A Legacy of Leadership: Celebrating the Impact of Richard Lackey

Next year marks the 40th anniversary of The Lackey Companies and an appropriate opportunity to recognize the origins of a frequently used term in our industry: the restaurant broker. Becoming a Restaurant Guru Florida native Richard Lackey moved to Atlanta in 1969. He had been in the real estate business for mere months when he […]
How do RARE Members Work with Restauranteurs?

Restauranteurs have unique business needs that require a dedicated restaurant broker. The extensive experience of each of our RARE members ensures that they are specialists who will work with you to identify the right location for you. RARE members work independently or with in-house staff to help restauranteurs: Understand the local restaurant market Understand the […]
How do RARE Members Work with Developers, Landlords, Sellers and Lenders?

Representing a developer, landlord, seller or lender is an important part of our RARE members’ service offerings. With deep insight into the restaurant business and particular knowledge of real estate, each of our member companies is poised to provide the right direction and knowledge to facilitate the right transaction. RARE members work independently or with […]
Why Do You Need a Restaurant Broker?

Just as different restaurants are unique in style, menu, ambiance and demographic appeal, so too are the many business issues restaurateurs face in an increasingly competitive market. In response, the Restaurant And Real Estate Connection was created to provide the restaurant industry with professional services for the special challenges found in every aspect of restaurant […]