Location Finders International (LFI) is a vertically integrated real estate development firm headquartered in Mokena, Illinois. Founded in 1973 by Michael H. Rose, LFI has grown into a nationally recognized company focused on the acquisition, development, and execution of innovative commercial real estate solutions.

LFI’s portfolio encompasses more than 1.25 million square feet across 150+ properties in 16 states, with a strong concentration in the Chicagoland area. Our diverse holdings include retail centers of all sizes, medical office buildings, prime commercial assets, single-tenant retail properties leased to national and regional brands, development-ready land, manufactured home communities, industrial parks, and hotels. Collectively, these assets are valued at over $500 million.

Over the past 50+ years, LFI has been involved in more than $1 billion in real estate development projects, leading the way with innovative strategies in both retail and industrial development. Notable achievements include pioneering multi-tenant outlot buildings, developing Illinois’ first drive-thru Starbucks, and delivering large-scale, build-to-suit industrial facilities.

In addition to acquisitions and development, LFI offers a full suite of real estate services, including property management, leasing, brokerage, consulting, and selective construction management. These services support both our owned portfolio and those of long-standing clients, allowing LFI to maximize value across the life cycle of an asset.

LFI’s success stems from a deep bench of experienced professionals—our partners collectively bring over 160 years of industry expertise. This talent, combined with our ability to adapt in an ever-evolving market, has made LFI a trusted partner to investors, tenants, and capital sources.

LFI’s resilience was tested during the 2008 economic downturn, a period that challenged even the most established real estate institutions. Not only did LFI weather the storm, but it also identified new opportunities in the healthcare sector—developing over $220 million in medical office space for Duly Health & Care (formerly DuPage Medical Group) and other providers in the region.

Beyond retail, LFI’s experience spans a wide range of asset types and geographies, including a 400-acre office park in Monee, Illinois, a 1 million square foot Amazon fulfillment center, a 720,000 square foot build-to-suit facility for Michelin Tires, and even a casino entertainment complex in Greece.

LFI has also formed long-standing strategic partnerships with leading national retailers such as Starbucks, Walgreens, Chase, AT&T, Jimmy John’s, CarX, and Walter E. Smithe, often serving as a preferred development partner in both the Chicagoland area and markets across the U.S.

With a track record of success, a broad scope of expertise, and a commitment to long-term relationships, LFI continues to lead the way in commercial real estate development—delivering enduring value for our investors, clients, and communities.