The Inland Real Estate Group

What The Inland Real Estate Group does

The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, Inc. is a privately held, vertically integrated commercial real estate investment, finance, development, and operating group headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois. Founded in 1967 by four principals including current Chairman and General Counsel Robert H. Baum, the firm has operated for nearly six decades and today encompasses 18 distinct member companies spanning acquisitions, asset and property management, development, financing, brokerage, tax services, securities distribution, and risk management. Inland reports more than $80 billion in cumulative closed transactions, $56 billion-plus in facilitated acquisitions, and approximately $16 billion in managed portfolio across 42 states, supported by 1,001–5,000 employees managing roughly 450 properties, 30 million square feet of commercial space, and 11,000+ apartment units.

The company earns revenue through multiple streams: investment sponsorship and management fees on REITs, DSTs, and 1031/721 programs (acquisition fees of 5–8% of invested capital plus ongoing asset management); transaction fees from Inland Real Estate Acquisitions; professional services revenue from Inland Property Tax Services (which manages a $10+ billion portfolio across 44 states and saves clients over $46 million annually); third-party property management; development fees from Inland National Development Company; bridge lending through Inland Mortgage Capital (involved in nearly $1 billion of financing); brokerage commissions; and risk and insurance services. Its core technology stack is built on the Yardi Property Management Software platform, supplemented by proprietary in-house building access technology, a health-screening application developed during the COVID-19 response, and an enterprise IT strategy for investment systems, cybersecurity, data, and analytics.

Inland serves three principal customer segments: accredited investors and high-net-worth individuals seeking tax-advantaged real estate exposure through 1031 exchanges, DSTs, and non-traded REITs (distributed through Inland Securities Corporation's broker/dealer network); institutional investors including REITs, pension funds, and operators reached through direct enterprise sales and long-term channel partnerships such as JBM Institutional Multifamily Advisors; and third-party property owners across commercial real estate asset classes. Distribution combines direct enterprise sales, broker/dealer networks, strategic partnerships, and operator relationships (e.g., Dial Senior Living for senior living operations). Capital deployment is geographically diversified across 42 states with notable concentration in Florida, Illinois, Colorado, New Jersey, and New York.

Name

The Inland Real Estate Group

Legal name

The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, Inc.

Website

https://inlandgroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

The Inland Real Estate Group is a privately held, vertically integrated commercial real estate firm managing a $16 billion portfolio across 42 states, serving accredited investors and institutional clients through acquisitions, asset management, property management, development, and tax-advantaged investment vehicles.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Real Estate Services

NAICS

Real Estate Property Managers (53131), Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers (53121), Residential Property Managers (531311), Other Activities Related to Real Estate (531390)

SIC

Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531), Lessors Of Real Property, Nec (6519), Real Estate Investment Trusts (6798)

akta.pro primary industry

REITs & Listed Real Estate Securities (FSAAAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Commercial Real Estate Brokerage (Leasing & Sales) (FSAEAJAB), Real Estate Strategy & Portfolio Consulting (Corporate/Institutional) (BPAJANAB), Real Estate (Commercial Property, REITs) (FSABACAH), Multifamily Brokerage (BPAJABAD)

Keywords

• Commercial real estate services
• Real estate investment
• Property management
• Real estate development
• Commercial real estate financing

Headquarters

HQ city

Oak Brook

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Investment Sponsorship & Management Fees: Revenue from sponsoring real estate investment programs including REITs, DSTs, and 1031 exchange products; generates acquisition fees, asset management fees, and disposition fees from investor capital
2. Acquisition & Disposition Fees: Fees earned on property acquisitions and sales through Inland Real Estate Acquisitions; has facilitated over $56 billion in purchases
3. Property Tax Services: National property tax consultancy saving clients in excess of $46 million annually; manages portfolio exceeding $5 billion in taxable market value
4. Property Management: Third-party property management services for commercial and multifamily properties; manages approximately 450 properties with 375 employees
5. Development Fees: Development revenue from Inland National Development Company for residential, multifamily, hospitality, retail, medical office and senior housing properties
6. Commercial Real Estate Financing: Bridge lending program through Inland Mortgage Capital; involved in nearly $1 billion worth of financing; also Inland Green Capital for green financing

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

The Inland Real Estate Group operates as a vertically integrated commercial real estate investment, finance, development, and operating group. Its member companies deliver an end-to-end suite of services spanning acquisitions, asset management, property management, development, financing, brokerage, and property tax services. The group also sponsors public and private investment products including non-traded REITs, Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs), and 1031/721 tax-advantaged programs for accredited investors, while managing approximately $16 billion in assets across 42 states.

Product overview

The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies operates as a vertically integrated commercial real estate investment, finance, development, and operating group with an end-to-end suite of services. The core platform is Inland Real Estate Investment Corporation (Inland Investments), which sponsors public and private investment products including REITs and tax-advantaged programs (1031 exchanges, 721 UPREITs). This platform is supported by distinct operating divisions: Inland Real Estate Acquisitions handles property acquisitions; Inland National Development Company manages development projects; Inland Mortgage Capital provides financing solutions; Inland Property Tax Services offers tax consultancy; Inland Real Estate Commercial Brokerage handles property sales/leasing; and Inland Devon Self Storage operates the self-storage business. The group also offers public programs including IPC Alternative Real Estate Income Trust, InPoint Commercial Real Estate Income Trust, and Inland Real Estate Income Trust. Services are delivered through multiple member companies that share market knowledge in leasing, property management, development, acquisitions, and finance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Inland Real Estate Acquisitions Acquisitions division that identifies, negotiates, and acquires commercial real estate assets across all asset types including senior living, student housing, multifamily, self-storage, and manufactured housing. Has facilitated more than $56 billion of purchases since inception for Inland entities and institutional clients.
• Inland Property Tax Services National property tax consultancy providing tax appeals, assessment negotiations, audits, multi-state compliance, tax projections, and pre-acquisition tax due diligence for commercial real estate owners. Manages portfolio exceeding $10 billion in taxable market value across 44 states, saving clients in excess of $46 million annually.
• Inland Residential Real Estate Services Residential property management and related services division serving residential property owners and tenants.
• 3rd Party Property Management Third-party property management services offered to external commercial and multifamily property owners across 44 states, managing approximately 450 properties comprising 30 million square feet and more than 11,000 apartment units with a 375-person team.
• Inland National Development Company (INDC) Real estate development company advising on purchase, zoning, entitlement, development, and sale of residential, multifamily, hospitality, retail, medical office, and senior housing properties nationwide.
• Inland Mortgage Capital Commercial real estate finance company providing bridge lending programs, loan origination, underwriting, portfolio management, and capital raising services, with involvement in nearly $1 billion worth of financing.
• Inland Green Capital Green financing solutions providing capital for sustainable and energy-efficient commercial real estate projects.
• Inland Devon Self Storage Self-storage operations and development company, one of the largest privately owned national self-storage operators with more than $2 billion in assets. Also offers third-party self storage property management services.
• Inland Real Estate Commercial Brokerage Commercial real estate brokerage services for properties offered for lease or sale.
• 1031, 721, and Tax-Advantaged Investment Program Investment program offering 1031 exchanges, 721 UPREIT transactions, and other tax-advantaged investment strategies for accredited real estate investors seeking to defer capital gains taxes, with DST minimum investments typically around $400,000.
• IPC Alternative Real Estate Income Trust Public non-traded REIT program offering alternative real estate income investment opportunities to investors.
• InPoint Commercial Real Estate Income Trust Public non-traded REIT program focused on commercial real estate income investments.
• Inland Real Estate Income Trust Publicly offered non-traded real estate investment trust within Inland's portfolio of public investment programs.
• Inland Real Estate Investment Corporation (Inland Investments) Investment sponsor entity leading Inland's public and private investment platforms, overseeing REIT offerings and tax-advantaged strategies leveraging integrated commercial real estate expertise.
• Inland Institutional Institutional investment management division handling strategic growth initiatives including fund strategy, capital markets activities, institutional investment efforts, operations, and investor relations for institutional clients.
• Inland Investment Real Estate Services (IIRES) Real estate management division for investment programs sponsored by Inland Real Estate Investment Corporation, managing approximately 450 properties across 44 states comprising 30 million square feet and more than 11,000 apartment units.
• Inland Atlantic Development Corp. Development company focused on residential and commercial development projects.
• Inland Risk and Insurance Management Services (IRIM) Risk management services including insurance procurement consultation, claims management, and administrative services for Inland entities and clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• $46 million+ saved annually in property taxes for clients through Inland Property Tax Services
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Devon Self Storage HoldingscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 January 2024Inland acquired majority stake in Devon Self Storage Holdings, one of the largest privately owned national self-storage operators and development companies with more than $2 billion in assets. Includes Powell Insurance Services.
• JBM Institutional Multifamily AdvisorscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2010Long-term strategic partnership since 2010 for multifamily transactions in Florida markets. JBM serves as boutique brokerage firm ranked #1 nationally by Green Street's 2025 broker rankings. Partnership has completed over $1 billion in transactions across Tampa, Southwest Florida, and Orlando markets totaling more than 5,100 units in 18 transactions.
• Dial Senior LivingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDial Senior Living manages Jackson Creek Senior Living community for Inland. Founded in 1999 and based in Omaha, Nebraska, Dial is a fully integrated company that invests in, develops and manages senior living communities throughout the United States offering independent living, assisted living and memory care.
• Howard Brown HealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInland National Development Company selected as developer for Howard Brown Health's five-story, 71,000-square-foot healthcare center at 3501 North Halsted in Chicago's Northalsted neighborhood. Project includes medical and dental clinics, pharmacy, behavioral health, administrative offices and ground floor retail.
• VCRE, LLCminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVCRE managed the competitive RFP process representing Howard Brown Health for the healthcare center development project. Boutique real estate firm founded by William Tom and Daniel Nack; veteran-owned and minority-owned company.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• CBRE Group: Global commercial real estate services firm offering investment sales, leasing, property management, valuation, and investment management across all major asset classes — directly overlaps Inland's acquisitions, brokerage, and property management businesses but at materially greater scale and global breadth.
• JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle): International real estate investment and services platform with capital markets, property management, valuation, and investment management capabilities — a broad incumbent competing against Inland across institutional acquisitions, brokerage, and third-party property management.
• Newmark Group: Public commercial real estate advisory and services firm with capital markets, leasing, and investment sales capabilities — competes with Inland Acquisitions and Inland Commercial Brokerage on institutional multifamily and commercial transactions.
• Cushman & Wakefield: Global commercial real estate services firm offering investment sales, leasing, valuation, and property management — broad incumbent whose capital markets and asset services segments directly overlap Inland's acquisitions, brokerage, and 3rd-party property management offerings.
• Realty Income: Largest U.S. net-lease REIT with diversified industrial, retail, and self-storage holdings and a recently launched non-traded REIT — a broad incumbent whose investment management subsidiary competes with Inland on tax-advantaged products and institutional acquisitions.

Direct peers

• Marcus & Millichap: Public commercial real estate investment sales brokerage focused on middle-market and institutional multifamily, retail, self-storage, and senior housing transactions — closest direct comparable to Inland Acquisitions by asset class mix and transaction orientation.
• Kennedy Wilson: Global real estate investment company combining investment management, real estate services, development, and lending — operates a vertically integrated model with REITs, separate accounts, and direct acquisitions, directly parallel to Inland's REIT/DST sponsorship and acquisition platform.
• W. P. Carey: Diversified net-lease REIT with internal investment management capabilities and sponsor of non-traded REITs historically — comparable to Inland in its dual role as REIT sponsor and direct acquirer of commercial real estate across multiple asset types.
• Phillips Edison & Company: Public shopping center REIT that operates a non-traded REIT program through a captive investment management structure — comparable to Inland Real Estate Income Trust and InPoint in offering REIT product to retail investors while owning and operating commercial real estate directly.
• ARCOA Realty Group (formerly PCM) / Passco Companies: Private sponsor of DSTs, REITs, and 1031 products targeting individual investors across multifamily, self-storage, and senior housing — competes head-to-head with Inland Private Capital for the same broker/dealer distribution and accredited investor capital pools.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries19 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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