Broker Opinions of Value & Brokerage

Considering a Transaction? Know Your Property's Value First.

Gravitas Commercial Real Estate provides broker opinions of value for commercial property owners exploring a sale or transaction — a faster, more cost-effective alternative to a full appraisal. When you're ready to move forward, we're positioned to help you execute.

Broker Opinion of Value

A Broker Opinion of Value (BOV) is a professional estimate of a commercial property's market value, prepared by a licensed broker with direct transactional experience in the relevant property type and market.

For property owners considering a sale or other transaction, a BOV provides the market insight needed to make informed decisions — without the cost, timeline, or complexity of a full appraisal engagement.

Backed by the analytical rigor of Gravitas Valuation, our BOVs are grounded in the same market data, comparable analysis, and underwriting discipline that informs institutional-grade appraisals — delivered in a format built for transaction decision-making.

Considering a Sale

Understand your property's market position before deciding whether and when to bring it to market.

Partnership Transactions

Establish a defensible value reference for buy-sell agreements, partner buyouts, or ownership restructuring.

Portfolio Review

Get a current market perspective on asset values across your portfolio to inform hold/sell strategy.

Acquisition Screening

Quickly assess whether a potential acquisition target is priced in line with market fundamentals.

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Broker Opinion of Value

Ideal when a transaction is proposed or under consideration. Faster delivery, lower cost, and grounded in real-time market activity. Perfect for owners evaluating a potential sale.

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Full Appraisal

Required for lending, estate planning, litigation, tax purposes, or any situation that demands a USPAP-compliant, independently certified valuation. Learn more →

When You're Ready to Transact

When a BOV confirms the right opportunity, our brokerage team is already positioned with the market knowledge and relationships to execute. From listing to close, we manage every step.

Dispositions

Strategic positioning, tailored marketing, and buyer qualification to achieve the best pricing and terms for your commercial property.

Acquisitions

Targeted deal sourcing, underwriting, and negotiation support to identify and secure the right investment opportunities for your portfolio.

Market Analysis

Data-driven market research and competitive analysis to support pricing decisions, investment screening, and strategic planning.

Underwriting

Rigorous cash flow modeling, risk analysis, and return projections that give you clarity and confidence in every transaction.

1031 Exchange Strategy

Executable exchange strategies that protect your equity, defer taxes, and move you into assets aligned with your investment goals.

Due Diligence

Comprehensive property and financial review to identify risks, validate assumptions, and ensure informed closings.

Property Types We Serve
Multifamily Self Storage Industrial Retail Office Net Lease Land Build-to-Rent Special Use

Need a Full Appraisal?

For lending, estate planning, litigation, tax purposes, or any engagement requiring a USPAP-compliant valuation, our sister firm Gravitas Valuation provides independent, MAI-designated appraisals with national coverage.

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Brokerage Backed by Appraisal-Grade Insight

Gravitas Commercial Real Estate was built on the idea that the best brokerage advice starts with a rigorous understanding of value. Our practice combines the analytical discipline of institutional appraisal with the market relationships and deal execution of an active brokerage.

For property owners considering a transaction, this means you get a broker who doesn't just list your property — one who understands its value at a level most brokers can't match, and can communicate that value to buyers with data and credibility.

Based in Michigan with national reach, Gravitas CRE serves private investors, owner-operators, family offices, and institutional clients across the commercial real estate spectrum.

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Eric Sobotka, MAI
Managing Director

Eric is a certified general real estate appraiser and licensed broker with over 16 years of experience across multifamily, self storage, industrial, agricultural, and special-use properties. Prior to founding Gravitas, he held analyst and acquisition roles with Integra Realty Resources and several regional developers, where he was involved in over $500M in real estate transactions.

MAI Designated Certified General Appraiser Licensed RE Broker — CA & MI B.A. Economics, UC Davis
Let's Talk

Whether you need a broker opinion of value for a potential transaction, want to explore listing your property, or have questions about the process, we'd welcome the conversation.

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6632 Telegraph Road #140
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301

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