From Surplus to Sold: Navigating Federal Real Estate

Womble Perspectives

Womble Perspectives
From Surplus to Sold: Navigating Federal Real Estate
Jul 01, 2025
Womble Bond Dickinson

Welcome to today’s episode of Womble Perspectives, where we’ll be diving into a fascinating—and often overlooked—opportunity: buying buildings from the federal government.

The U.S. government owns thousands of properties across the country, and when they’re no longer needed, they’re put up for sale. Whether you’re a developer, investor, nonprofit, or even a local government, this could be your chance to acquire real estate with serious potential.

Read the full article: Guide to Buying Buildings from the Federal Government: Where to Start and What to Know


About the authors

Pamela V. Rothenberg

Patrice Z. Howard, Ph.D.