Ara H. Rostamian is a founding partner of the Ovaness-Rostamian Group at Marcus & Millichap, advising developers, private investors, family offices, and institutions on retail and mixed-use investments across the Western U.S. With 18+ years of experience and over $700M in closed transactions, Ara brings a developer’s mindset to brokerage—uncovering hidden value and navigating complexity with precision. His expertise spans acquisitions, dispositions, 1031 exchanges, and redevelopment strategies across stabilized retail, value-add assets, and ground-up development sites. Clients rely on Ara for his creative dealmaking, deep entitlement knowledge, and practical guidance on feasibility and long-term positioning. • Advisory-first approach: Every assignment begins with tailored strategy—scenario-based pricing, positioning recommendations, and a clear roadmap to proceeds. • Deals built to close: Complex transactions are simplified through creative structuring and proactive problem-solving. • Exchange-ready execution: Deep experience guiding 1031 exchanges with coordinated sale and replacement timelines. • Value beyond NOI: Underwriting highlights lease-up potential, credit enhancements,... Read More