Commercial Real Estate Veteran Gene McKnight Establishes FP Commercial

Online, February 27, 2013 (Newswire.com) - In collaboration with First Principle, Inc., Gene McKnight has announced the formation of FP Commercial, a boutique real estate brokerage specializing in real estate sales, leasing and investment opportunities. FP Commercial offers a full range of commercial real estate services. The company's brokers and associates have facilitated sales and leases in retail, office properties, restaurant space, industrial, manufacturing, warehouse facilities, land and multi-family dwelling. The company prides itself on being able to negotiate all levels of transactions from acquisitions for institutional investors to small store-front leases.

The combined experience and expertise of FP Commercial and First Principle, Inc., which specializes in M&A Advisory and Business Brokering, provides the company with a unique advantage for situations in which commercial real estate and businesses are combined. "We are extremely proud to offer a unique opportunity for property owners, businesses, and investors to tap into our broad network of highly focused and knowledgeable partners at First Principle Inc.," said Gene McKnight, Founder and Managing Director of FP Commercial. "Our firm is committed to delivering unparalleled service and an unwavering focus on our clients' needs."

Gene McKnight, who brings more than 27 years of experience to FP Commercial, focuses on investment sales as well as tenant and landlord advisory services. He began his real estate career with Grubb & Ellis Commercial Real Estate in 1985, where he specialized in investment sales. In 1992, Gene joined Santa Barbara-based Pacifica Commercial Realty serving as Vice President. He has been a licensed broker since 1985 and has had the opportunity to work with many of the region's leading residents, private firms and corporations. Gene is active in the local community, serving as the Vice President of the Santa Barbara Downtown Organization and as a member of the City of Santa Barbara Downtown Parking Advisory Committee.