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Key takeaways
- JLL leads 2025 tenant-rep volume at $21.8 billion in published league tables, with office and life science strength.
- CBRE leads on property count under management at 19,000 properties in 2026 rankings, with the largest national footprint.
- Cushman and Wakefield suits office, retail, and industrial work with strong MarketBeat research.
- Newmark suits East Coast office and life science work, with Chicago and Boston depth.
- Colliers suits West Coast and Sun Belt secondary markets.
- Avison Young, Savills, and Cresa suit tenants who want senior attention, with Cresa tenant-only by design.
- Fees are quote-based and vary by deal size, market, and service, so get written terms before engaging.
Quick comparison
| Tool | Best for | Starting price | Free plan |
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 JLL | Tenant-rep volume leader | See website | Not applicable |
 CBRE | Largest footprint | See website | Not applicable |
 Cushman and Wakefield | Office, retail, industrial | See website | Not applicable |
 Newmark | East Coast office | See website | Not applicable |
 Colliers | West Coast and Sun Belt | See website | Not applicable |
 Avison Young | Tenant-only practice | See website | Not applicable |
 Savills | Senior attention | See website | Not applicable |
 Cresa | Tenant-only by design | See website | Not applicable |
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JLL, or Jones Lang LaSalle, leads 2025 tenant-rep volume at $21.8 billion in Real Capital Analytics 2026 league tables, with office and life science strength and a strong East Coast presence. Its corporate real estate, property management, and capital markets services cover the full deal cycle, and it ranks as the largest property manager in the greater Chicago area with more than 46 million square feet. In New Jersey, JLL ranked first in 2026 rankings with 62.27 million square feet sold or leased and 1,053 deals.
Large-firm process can slow smaller deals, and senior attention varies by deal size, with boutiques often giving more senior time on deals under 25,000 square feet. JLL fits large tenants, multi-market portfolios, and life science occupiers that need data depth and landlord access. This article covers companies you hire, not software, and fees are quote-based throughout.
What we like- 2025 tenant-rep volume of $21.8 billion
- Office and life science strength
- Strong East Coast presence
Watch out for- Large-firm process
- Senior attention varies by deal size
- Fees vary by market
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CBRE Group leads on property count under management at 19,000 properties across office, industrial, retail, and other classes in 2026 Biscred rankings, with the largest national footprint and multi-market portfolio strength. Its 2025 tenant-rep volume of $19.4 billion ranks second in published league tables, and its investment sales, office leasing, and retail advisory services cover the major deal types. The firm's scale gives tenants and owners access to landlord relationships and market data that smaller firms cannot match.
Large-firm process and tenant attention that varies by deal size are the trade-offs, with boutiques often giving more senior time on smaller deals. CBRE fits large tenants, owners, and investors that need national scale, multi-market portfolios, and the deepest market data.
What we like- Largest national footprint
- 19,000 properties under management
- Multi-market portfolio strength
Watch out for- Large-firm process
- Tenant attention varies by deal
- Fees vary by market
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Cushman and Wakefield ranks third in 2025 tenant-rep volume at $14.2 billion, with office, retail, and industrial breadth and MarketBeat research reports that many tenants use for market decisions. Its capital markets, tenant representation, valuation, and advisory services cover the full deal cycle, and its industrial and retail depth suits tenants beyond pure office. In New Jersey, the firm ranked second in 2026 rankings, and it manages about 26 million square feet in the Chicago area.
Large-firm process can slow smaller deals, and coverage varies by market. Cushman and Wakefield fits tenants and owners across office, retail, and industrial that want strong research and a full-service national platform.
What we like- 2025 tenant-rep volume of $14.2 billion
- MarketBeat research
- Office, retail, and industrial breadth
Watch out for- Large-firm process
- Coverage varies by market
- Fees vary by deal
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Newmark ranks fourth in 2025 tenant-rep volume at $11.9 billion, with East Coast office and life science strength plus Chicago and Boston depth. Its capital markets, debt and equity, and investment sales services suit owners and tenants that need financing beside leasing, and its office focus gives it depth in major East Coast markets. The firm suits tenants in Boston, New York, and Chicago that want a strong regional platform with national reach.
East Coast concentration means thinner coverage in some Sun Belt and West Coast markets compared with CBRE or Colliers. Newmark fits East Coast office and life science tenants and owners that need capital markets and financing depth.
What we like- 2025 tenant-rep volume of $11.9 billion
- East Coast office and life science
- Debt and equity strength
Watch out for- East Coast concentration
- Smaller national footprint than top three
- Fees vary by deal
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Colliers ranks fifth in 2025 tenant-rep volume at $8.7 billion, with West Coast and Sun Belt secondary market strength and workplace strategy and analytics services that help tenants plan space around labor and work patterns. Its leasing, advisory, property management, and valuation services cover the full cycle, and its secondary-market depth suits tenants outside the largest gateway cities. In Chicago, Colliers ranks among the top three for local square footage managed, with more than 22 million square feet.
Volume trails the top four, and coverage varies by market. Colliers fits tenants and owners in West Coast and Sun Belt secondary markets that want workplace strategy beside leasing.
What we like- 2025 tenant-rep volume of $8.7 billion
- West Coast and Sun Belt secondary markets
- Workplace strategy
Watch out for- Smaller volume than top four
- Coverage varies by market
- Fees vary by deal
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Avison Young ranks sixth in 2025 tenant-rep volume at $4.1 billion, with a tenant-only practice in some markets that removes landlord conflicts for occupiers. Its market intelligence and advisory services suit tenants that want data-driven decisions, and its trophy asset sales experience gives it depth in high-end markets. The firm's principal-led model gives tenants senior attention on deals where large firms may staff junior teams.
Volume trails the leaders, and tenant-only scope varies by market, so buyers should confirm the local practice model. Avison Young fits tenants who want a tenant-only advocate and senior attention, especially in markets where its practice runs tenant-only.
What we like- 2025 tenant-rep volume of $4.1 billion
- Tenant-only practice in some markets
- Market intelligence
Watch out for- Smaller volume than leaders
- Tenant-only scope varies by market
- Fees vary by deal
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Savills ranks seventh in 2025 tenant-rep volume at $3.8 billion, with a tech and professional services focus and a reputation for senior attention on tenant representation. Its lease negotiation and consultancy services suit tenants that want experienced negotiators rather than large teams, and its global platform helps multinational tenants coordinate across countries. The firm's principal-led approach gives smaller deals senior time that large firms may not.
US volume trails the leaders, and coverage is thinner outside major markets. Savills fits tech and professional services tenants that want senior attention and global coordination on tenant representation.
What we like- 2025 tenant-rep volume of $3.8 billion
- Tech and professional services focus
- Senior attention
Watch out for- Smaller US volume than leaders
- Coverage thinner outside major markets
- Fees vary by deal
Starting priceSee website
Free planNot applicable
Cresa is tenant-only by design, with 2025 tenant-rep volume of $3.2 billion and no landlord representation business to create conflicts. Its model suits occupiers who want an advocate that never represents the other side of the table, and its senior attention on smaller deals is a recurring strength in published guides. For deals of 1,000 to 25,000 square feet, tenant-only firms typically deliver more senior attention than national platforms.
Tenant-only scope means owners and investors need a different firm, and volume trails the leaders. Cresa fits tenants who want a conflict-free advocate, especially on smaller and mid-size deals where senior attention matters most.
What we like- 2025 tenant-rep volume of $3.2 billion
- Tenant-only by design
- No landlord conflicts
Watch out for- Tenant-only scope limits owner services
- Smaller volume than leaders
- Coverage varies by market
How we chose
We ranked companies on 2025 tenant-rep transaction volume from Real Capital Analytics 2026 league tables, property management scale from 2026 Biscred rankings, market coverage, service breadth, and tenant-versus-landlord model. National platforms scored on data depth and landlord access, while tenant-only firms scored on senior attention and conflict-free advocacy. Fees are quote-based and vary by deal size, market, and service. Every company here runs a live commercial real estate business in 2026 with a public site.
How to pick a commercial real estate company
Start with deal size and market count. For deals of 25,000 square feet or more, or multi-market portfolios, national platforms like JLL, CBRE, Cushman and Wakefield, or Newmark win on data depth and landlord access. For deals of 1,000 to 25,000 square feet, boutiques and tenant-only firms like Cresa, Savills, or Avison Young typically deliver more senior attention. Match the firm's proven submarket work to your location, since a strong Chicago team does not guarantee a strong Phoenix team.
Next, check conflicts and fees. Tenant-only firms remove landlord conflicts by design, while full-service firms may represent both sides in different deals, so ask how the firm handles that. Get fee terms, exclusivity, and termination rights in writing, and confirm who staffs your deal by name and seniority. Finally, ask for comparable deals in your submarket and size range, and call references, since transaction volume alone does not predict attention on your deal.
Frequently asked questions
What is tenant representation?
Tenant representation means a broker acts for the occupier, not the landlord, negotiating rent, terms, concessions, and flexibility. Tenant-only firms like Cresa never represent landlords, removing conflicts by design.
How are commercial brokers paid?
Most brokers earn a commission paid by the landlord or seller, often a percentage of total rent over the lease term or a percentage of sale price. Terms vary by market and deal, so get them in writing.
Should I use a national firm or a boutique?
National firms win on data and landlord access for large or multi-market deals, while boutiques and tenant-only firms win on senior attention for smaller deals. Match the firm to deal size and market count.
What is the difference between leasing and tenant rep?
Leasing can mean representing either side, while tenant rep means acting only for the occupier. Confirm which side your broker represents before engaging.
How long does a commercial lease negotiation take?
Small deals often close in 4 to 8 weeks, while large or complex deals take 3 to 6 months or more, including site tours, proposals, and legal review. Build buffer time into relocation plans.
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