David Melton is the Principal Broker of Pointe Commercial Real Estate (PCRE) and Vice President of Operations at Pointe Property Group, both based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With over four decades of experience in real estate and business advisory services, David leads a team of brokers serving clients throughout Chattanooga, Cleveland, TN, and Dalton, GA. His work centers on guiding investors, business owners, and developers through complex commercial transactions with a strategic and value-driven approach. At the heart of his practice is a commitment to maximizing returns while simplifying the process for his clients.

David specializes in 1031 Exchange Services, Sale-Leaseback Strategies, and M&A Support, serving as a trusted advisor to business owners navigating growth, exit planning, or capital restructuring. He understands the tax advantages and wealth-building opportunities tied to well-executed 1031 exchanges and works closely with clients to identify, secure, and transition into like-kind investments. His sale-leaseback expertise allows business owners to unlock frozen capital tied up in real estate, providing liquidity while maintaining operational control of their facilities.

In addition to transactional advisory, David provides M&A support to clients preparing for ownership transitions, whether through acquisitions, mergers, or internal succession. His experience working with operators, private investors, and institutional buyers positions him to bridge the gap between business value and real estate value—creating holistic strategies that support long-term growth or seamless exits. David’s approach is collaborative, often working alongside attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors to ensure each client’s objectives are fully aligned and well-executed.

Licensed in Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama, David maintains co-brokerage relationships that allow him to facilitate transactions nationwide. His team’s regional footprint and national reach give clients the flexibility to explore new markets, sell off-market assets, or reinvest capital with confidence. Whether advising on a single-property disposition or a multi-site exchange, David brings deep industry knowledge, proven negotiation skills, and a hands-on approach that has made him a go-to resource for commercial real estate investors across the Southeast.

1031 Exchanges

David Melton is a trusted advisor for real estate investors and business owners navigating the complexities of 1031 Exchange transactions. With a deep understanding of IRS regulations and tight transaction timelines, David helps clients defer capital gains taxes by successfully identifying and closing on like-kind replacement properties. His extensive experience allows him to guide clients through the identification, negotiation, and acquisition process with clarity and confidence—ensuring they maximize the reinvestment potential of their proceeds while meeting compliance requirements.

David’s expertise in automotive, office, retail, and industrial real estate uniquely positions him to identify high-performing, income-producing properties for reinvestment. Whether his clients are selling a single-tenant asset or repositioning a larger portfolio, David leverages a national network and decades of transactional experience to identify strategic 1031 opportunities that align with each client’s financial and operational goals.

Sale-Leaseback 

As one of the most sought-after advisors in the sale-leaseback space, David Melton specializes in unlocking capital for business owners by converting owned real estate into liquidity without disrupting daily operations. With over 40 years of experience, including time as a dealership COO, David understands the operational pressures of owning commercial real estate. He structures leaseback agreements that maintain control of the property while freeing up equity to reinvest into business expansion, debt reduction, or succession planning.

David works closely with private equity groups, multi-site operators, and single-location owners to structure off-market, confidential sale-leaseback transactions that deliver maximum value. His focus on favorable lease terms, credit evaluation, and investor alignment ensures that both seller and buyer achieve long-term stability. Through this approach, David not only protects the interests of the business owner but also increases the financial flexibility of their enterprise.

M&A Support

David Melton brings a strategic lens to M&A Support, offering guidance to business owners before, during, and after buy-sell transactions. With a background as a former COO and decades of experience advising dealerships and operators, David understands the importance of aligning operational decisions with financial outcomes. He assists sellers in preparing for exit by optimizing real estate positioning, improving EBITDA visibility, and identifying strategic buyers, while also helping acquirers evaluate the full value of both business and real estate assets.

David’s M&A support services are tailored for clients in the automotive, retail, industrial, and aftermarket sectors. His collaborative approach often involves coordination with CPAs, attorneys, and financial advisors to ensure a seamless and tax-efficient transaction. Whether representing sellers or supporting acquirers with due diligence and capital structuring, David’s goal is to protect his clients’ interests while maximizing enterprise and real estate value.