RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPERS
Multifamily / BTR / Single-Family- Partner with ground-up developers across Greater Central Florida to identify and acquire land
- Guide developers throughout the purchase process from the point of initial contact to the contract close including site selection, rezoning, and site plan approval
- Example: Identify over 20 acres with future land-use entitlements for mixed-use apartment development in Lake Nona
LANDOWNERS / SELLERS
Properties Ranging in Size- Advise landowners in property evaluation based on current market conditions and future zoning opportunities
- Walk alongside an owner to ensure the sale process is understood through transparent communication with the goal of achieving the best purchase price
- Work with internal marketing team to create unique marketing strategy to best showcase property to potential owners
RETAIL LEASING
Property - Tenant Matching- Partner with landlords/landowners to identify best-use tenants for a subject space
- Uncovering a property’s story and communicating that through internal and outward marketing tactics
- Example: Two Outparcels along high-traffic Narcoossee Corridor
RETAIL DEVELOPERS
Identify Land for Development- Help retail developers acquire land for the purpose of developing desired retail development whether that is freestanding user or power center
- Navigate the entire development process including, but not limited to: identifying the opportunity, working with local municipalities, working to identify tenant mixes, zoning processes, etc.
Austin is a highly skilled land broker and possesses a deep understanding of the local real estate market and the unique opportunities it presents. His extensive network and reputation within the industry, combined with his never-give-up attitude and strong work ethic, have made him a massive resource for our team. For his developer clients, Austin has a unique talent for identifying promising opportunities in some of Orlando’s most attractive submarkets. Austin is highly responsive, communicative and always available to answer questions and provide guidance. In short, he is a true professional who is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for his clients, and his track record speaks for itself.
Austin and the FCPG Land Team have continued to be one of our closest partners in getting deals done in Florida and were instrumental in our Narcoossee Rd development (377 luxury units plus retail in the Lake Nona region).
Their commitment to excellence, tenacity in following up, and quick ability to build relational equity has helped us find high quality opportunities we would have not otherwise found. My job is easier having someone like Austin on our side.
Competition for multifamily land has become increasingly competitive, which is why I’m glad we have FCPG’s Land Team in our corner to give us an edge. I can’t recommend them highly enough.
Whether it’s sourcing off market opportunities or providing insight into the latest market developments, they anticipate our needs and have gone above and beyond for us. Additionally, their professionalism, infectious energy, and relatability have helped us build relationships with sellers and navigate sometimes difficult conversations and negotiations.
Austin is an incredibly insightful broker who can foresee issues before they come up. Austin and his team are the boots on the ground extension of our own acquisition that we need, filtering and thinking critically before presenting us with opportunities. Austin’s hard work, and willingness to roll up his sleeves, has been an instrumental in our acquisition process, finding off-market sites and working thoughtfully with multi-generational owners to elicit a sale. While I hope this recommendation provides other potential clients insight into Austin’s work ethic, I hope that competitors don’t believe it so that we can keep Austin to ourselves!
ABOUT AUSTIN McWILLIAMS
Austin resides in Orlando’s College Park neighborhood with his wife of 6 years, Holly, and their sons. He enjoys an active lifestyle while appreciating both the theatrical arts. He is on the board of 3 local nonprofits: Pinnacle Counseling Institute, Apartment Life, and the Trinity Prep Alumni Board, as well as serving as Vice President of the French Quarter Homeowner Association. He previously served as an advisor for the Central Florida Debate Initiative and was named the National Speech and Debate District Communicator of the Year in 2015. Austin and his family are active members of Orangewood Presbyterian Church.
- Masters of Business Administration in Finance and Management – Rollins Crummer Graduate School of Business
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematical-Economics – Wake Forest University
- Florida Real Estate License – Sales Associate
Blog Posts
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