Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Chattanooga, TN
Established in 1927, Fletcher Bright has grown from a residential real estate firm into a premier full-service real estate development company serving the Southeast. Our expertise spans commercial and residential brokerage, shopping center development, property management, leasing, mortgage banking, and insurance services. With decades of experience and a team of seasoned professionals, we deliver personalized solutions tailored to evolving market demands. Our commitment to quality, supported by strong relationships with national and regional retailers, ensures successful transactions across diverse property types. Licensed in Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama, we manage a portfolio exceeding 7 million square feet, including 103 shopping centers across 13 states.Our proven track record in developing over 100 retail centers and leveraging 40+ years of commercial lending experience underscores our leadership in the industry. We combine strategic market analysis with proactive tenant outreach to maximize asset value for clients. Our in-house CPA and risk management services provide comprehensive financial oversight, while our development team's 100+ years of collective experience drives projects from conception to completion. This integrated approach, maintained since our founding, positions us as a trusted partner for all real estate needs.
Services
Commercial Brokerage
Residential Brokerage
Property Management
Commercial Leasing
Commercial Insurance
Commercial Lending
Development Division
Details
- Year established: 1927
Highlights and features
- We offer 95+ years of continuous real estate expertise since 1927
- Our team manages 7 million+ square feet of commercial properties
- We've developed over 100 retail shopping centers across the Southeast
- In-house commercial lending and insurance services provide complete solutions
- Licensed professionals operate in Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama markets
Services
Commercial Leasing
Our commercial leasing team has secured tenants for millions of square feet since 1969. We analyze local market conditions, competition, and demographic data to create customized leasing strategies. With 200+ years of collective experience, we maintain relationships with major national retailers and employ targeted outreach methods including direct marketing and listing services.
Property Management
We manage 103 shopping centers across 13 states totaling 7 million square feet. Our services include financial reporting, tax management, tenant relations, and property maintenance. With specialized retail expertise and a CPA on staff, we optimize occupancy rates through strategic tenant placement and proactive market outreach.
Commercial Insurance
Our licensed insurance broker provides risk management solutions for 11.2 million square feet of commercial properties. We design customized insurance programs leveraging our portfolio's scale to achieve cost efficiencies. Services include policy development, claims management, and risk prevention strategies tailored to shopping centers and commercial buildings.
Commercial Lending
With 40+ years of commercial lending experience, we arrange financing for shopping centers, office buildings, and industrial properties. We partner with major lenders to secure construction loans, permanent financing, and equity investments. Our services cover all property types including income-producing assets and owner-occupied buildings.
Development Division
Our development team has completed over 100 retail projects since 1972. We handle site acquisition, entitlements, construction, and leasing for power centers up to 600,000 square feet. With relationships spanning major national retailers, we create value through strategic partnerships and timely execution from project conception to grand opening.
People
Julia Henderson
Commercial Insurance Broker
With 39 years of experience, Julia Henderson specializes in commercial property insurance programs. She manages risk management solutions for 11.2 million square feet of retail space, developing customized insurance strategies that deliver cost efficiencies through portfolio pooling.
Chip Sites
Commercial Lending Specialist
Chip Sites leads commercial financing efforts with expertise in arranging construction loans and permanent mortgages. He maintains relationships with major lenders to secure favorable terms for income-producing properties, including shopping centers, office buildings, and industrial facilities across the Southeast.
Questions
What real estate services does Fletcher Bright Company offer?
We provide commercial/residential brokerage, property management, leasing, insurance, mortgage banking, and retail development services across the Southeast and Midwest regions.
How long has Fletcher Bright Company been in business?
Since our founding in 1927, we've maintained continuous operations as a full-service real estate firm with expertise in both residential and commercial markets.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate in Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama with a primary focus on Southeastern markets. Our property management portfolio extends across 13 states in the Southeast and Midwest.
Do you offer commercial financing options?
Yes, we've provided commercial mortgage banking services since 1972, arranging construction loans, permanent financing, and equity investments for various property types.