Our Story
Built on Relationships. Driven by Results.
Otero And Company was founded on a simple belief: that exceptional commercial real estate advisory begins with trust, not transactions.
Our Mission
A Different Kind of Brokerage
"We don't measure success in transactions. We measure it in the relationships we've built along the way."
We founded Otero And Company because we saw a gap in the market — a need for a commercial brokerage that prioritized long-term relationships over short-term commissions. Too many firms chase volume. We chase outcomes.
Over two decades, we've built a reputation for discretion, deep market knowledge, and the kind of hands-on advisory that only comes from genuinely caring about each client's success. Whether you're selling a single asset or acquiring a portfolio, you work directly with our senior advisors — not a junior team.
What We Stand For
Our Core Principles
Discretion Above All
Every engagement is handled with the utmost confidentiality. We protect your interests and your privacy at every stage of the process — from initial inquiry to final closing.
Aligned Incentives
We succeed when you succeed. Our advisory model is built around your goals, not transaction volume. We will never push a deal that doesn't serve your interests.
Deep Market Intelligence
Decades of experience across commercial sectors give us the insight to identify value others miss, navigate complex transactions, and anticipate market shifts before they happen.
Relationship-First Approach
Our network of buyers, sellers, lenders, and legal professionals has been cultivated over 20 years. Those relationships are what move your transaction forward — faster and stronger.
Senior Leadership
The People Behind the Work
Our advisors bring decades of combined experience across every major commercial asset class.
Carlos Otero
Founder & Managing Principal
- CCIM Designation
- SIOR Member
- 20+ years experience
Carlos founded Otero And Company after 15 years as a senior advisor at two of the nation's largest commercial brokerages. His expertise spans office, industrial, and multifamily assets across major U.S. markets. He has personally led transactions totaling over $1.2 billion.
Maria Delgado
Senior Advisor, Capital Markets
- MBA, Wharton School
- CRE Finance Council Member
- $600M+ in transactions
Maria specializes in investment sales and capital markets advisory, with a focus on institutional-grade assets and portfolio transactions. Prior to joining Otero And Company, she spent a decade at a leading investment bank structuring commercial real estate debt and equity.
James Whitfield
Director, Acquisitions & Buyer Advisory
- CCIM Designation
- 15+ years experience
- Specializes in off-market deals
James leads buyer representation and acquisition strategy for private equity clients, family offices, and high-net-worth investors. His deep relationships with off-market sellers give clients access to opportunities that never reach the public market.
Industry Recognition
Trusted by the Industry
CCIM Institute
Certified Commercial Investment Member — the gold standard in commercial real estate education and practice.
SIOR
Society of Industrial and Office Realtors — an elite network of the world's most knowledgeable commercial real estate professionals.
CoStar Power Broker
Recognized annually among the top commercial real estate brokers in our markets by CoStar Group.
NAIOP Member
Commercial Real Estate Development Association — connecting us to the leading developers, owners, and investors in the industry.
Ready to Work Together?
Whether you're exploring a sale, seeking an acquisition, or simply want a second opinion — we're here for a confidential conversation.