Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partner in Texas
Founded in 1971, United Equities has evolved from a small brokerage into a full-service commercial real estate leader operating across Texas. Our team combines the expertise of a large firm with the personalized attention of a boutique office, managing over 3 million square feet of retail and industrial space. We specialize in development, redevelopment, build-to-suit projects, acquisitions, and property management, serving clients with tailored solutions. With decades of experience representing major tenants like Fiesta Mart and James Coney Island Restaurants, we prioritize long-term relationships and creative problem-solving. Our Houston headquarters, alongside offices in Austin and Dallas, enables us to deliver localized insights with statewide reach.We maintain a hands-on approach, guiding clients through every phase of their real estate journeyfrom initial design to lease execution. Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in our track record of repeat partnerships and successful transactions. As a privately owned company, we remain agile and responsive to market demands while upholding transparency and ethical standards. Our professionals hold industry expertise in retail, office, and industrial sectors, ensuring informed decision-making for every project. By blending innovation with proven strategies, we help clients maximize property value and achieve their commercial real estate goals.
Services
Construction Services
Property Management
Retail Leasing
Acquisitions
Build-to-Suit Development
Tenant Representation
Re-Development
Industrial Warehouses
Office Space Leasing
Land Development
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of commercial real estate experience in Texas.
- Our team manages 3 million+ square feet of retail and industrial space.
- We provide hands-on service with the expertise of a large firm.
- We specialize in long-term tenant representation for major retailers.
- Our localized market knowledge spans Houston, Austin, and Dallas.
Services
Property Management
We manage over 3 million square feet of shopping centers and 650,000 square feet of office/warehouse space, handling rent collections, lease administration, maintenance, and financial reporting. Our team ensures optimal property performance while preserving asset value. Clients benefit from market analysis and tailored strategies to maximize returns on commercial real estate investments.
Retail Leasing
Our leasing experts specialize in connecting retailers with prime retail spaces across Texas. We represent both landlords seeking qualified tenants and tenants expanding their footprint. Services include market analysis, lease negotiations, and lease management to ensure mutually beneficial agreements. Our long-term relationships with major retailers enhance leasing success rates for anchored developments.
Acquisitions
We actively acquire grocery-anchored shopping centers, freestanding buildings, and land for retail or industrial development in Texas. Our team evaluates opportunities for income-producing or value-added investments. Clients gain access to off-market deals and strategic acquisitions aligned with their portfolio goals. Due diligence and market analysis ensure informed purchasing decisions.
Build-to-Suit Development
Our build-to-suit services guide clients from design phase through project completion, creating tailored commercial spaces. We collaborate on ground-up projects and interior remodels, prioritizing cost-effective solutions. With LEED-certified professionals, we integrate sustainability into construction while maintaining budget and timeline adherence for retail and industrial clients.
Tenant Representation
We advocate for tenants seeking retail or industrial spaces, handling site selection, lease negotiations, and expansion strategies. Our market expertise spans Houston, Austin, and Dallas, securing favorable terms for clients. Longstanding relationships with landlords facilitate access to exclusive opportunities. Services include portfolio analysis and transaction management for national retailers.
People
Buster Freedman
President
With decades of leadership in commercial real estate, Buster Freedman oversees strategic acquisitions and development for United Equities. His expertise in Texas market dynamics drives growth and client success.
Doug Freedman
Vice President
Doug Freedman manages property operations and leasing, leveraging 20+ years of experience to optimize portfolio performance. He specializes in third-party management and client relationship development across Texas markets.
Kristen Cavanaugh
Director of Leasing
Kristen Cavanaugh leads leasing initiatives, connecting tenants with prime retail spaces. Her market knowledge and negotiation skills ensure favorable lease terms for both landlords and tenants in Texas developments.
Anthony Clay
Construction Manager
LEED-certified Anthony Clay directs construction projects, focusing on client collaboration and sustainable design. His 13+ years of commercial construction experience ensure quality execution for build-to-suit and redevelopment projects.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We provide property management, leasing, acquisitions, build-to-suit development, and tenant representation for retail, industrial, and office spaces across Texas.
Which areas do you serve?
Our primary focus is Texas, with offices in Houston, Austin, and Dallas supporting statewide transactions and property management.
How long have you been in business?
United Equities has operated since 1971, offering 50+ years of commercial real estate expertise in Texas markets.
Do you represent tenants or landlords?
We serve both parties, offering tenant representation for retail expansions and landlord services for property leasing and acquisitions.
What property types do you specialize in?
Our focus includes retail shopping centers, industrial warehouses, freestanding buildings, and land for commercial development in Texas.
Reviews (3)
Kailee Wong
Dec 11, 2020
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My experience has been great leasing from United Equities. Like all business owners know there are always problems that come up over a course of 5 years but the United Equity management company has always been prompt at helping me resolve and work through the problems. That is all you can ask as a tenant and I am glad that I have such a responsible group.
Jani Durrani
Dec 12, 2019
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Bad management, these people are blood suckers. I was leasing with them almost ten years. No more, glad got a more professional place.
Mike Colby
Jun 19, 2019
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The review Mr Williamson left below is very true, the roofing contractor that was at Bammel business Center property was very disrespectful of the tenants at that property by cussing at them and telling them if they didn't like the fact that he was there scrapping and cleaning the roofs then they could go find somewhere else to work for the week as he was going to be there all week and there was nothing they could do about it as he was a long term friend of the company.
This isn't the first time that this has happened out here where business operations are disrupted by contractors who don't care. Secondly if you don't get everything that is going to be repaired on your unit before signing the contract they will crayfish out of fixing the issues and you will end up having to pay for the repairs as they don't take care of anything at that property at Bammel. Our owners have said they are already negotiating a new contract at a better facility that will actually take our needs into consideration when scheduling facility repair workers to not interfere with business operations. That facility goes through renters like Walmart goes through shoppers.
This isn't the first time that this has happened out here where business operations are disrupted by contractors who don't care. Secondly if you don't get everything that is going to be repaired on your unit before signing the contract they will crayfish out of fixing the issues and you will end up having to pay for the repairs as they don't take care of anything at that property at Bammel. Our owners have said they are already negotiating a new contract at a better facility that will actually take our needs into consideration when scheduling facility repair workers to not interfere with business operations. That facility goes through renters like Walmart goes through shoppers.
