Different by design

MalmoMemphis began in 2000 as a tenant representation firm, focused exclusively on helping businesses navigate commercial leases. For the first 15 years, Malmo built his reputation by standing beside tenants in negotiations, ensuring they received fair treatment in a landlord-dominated industry.

“Honesty, fairness and equity are what I live by.”

The commercial real estate world is what it is—sometimes shady. Malmo doesn’t operate that way and will never put his interests ahead of your own. MalmoMemphis is the benchmark in trustworthy Memphis commercial real estate. Transparency and integrity guide the entire client experience.

Promises kept

MalmoMemphis is commercial real estate, stripped down to what matters most: honesty, expertise and results. No gimmicks. No jingles. Just straightforward advice you can trust and dedicated service in an industry where personal attention is rare.

For over 25 years, Malmo has set himself apart by challenging industry conventions and putting relationships first. While others stick to corporate playbooks, he embraces bold thinking to deliver smarter, better outcomes for our clients.

When you work with Malmo, you receive:

Complete transparency throughout every transaction
Guidance informed by experience on both sides of negotiations
The same level of attention regardless of deal size
A partner who treats your investment as their own

Dede Malmo, CCIM, President

  • Dede Malmo founded MalmoMemphis Business Real Estate in 2000. He has guided the firm successfully in every facet of business real estate:
  • Tenant Representation
  • Portfolio Management
  • Investment Sales and Acquisition
  • Site Planning and Development
  • Construction Management
  • Property Management and Landlord Leasing

Dede has personally represented virtually every category of business client for more than 35 years. His successes have spanned several Southeastern and Midwestern markets. From national corporate clients such as Speedway Oil to the smallest restaurant or shop owner, Dede has provided expert guidance and counsel to hundreds of clients. Dede’s list of successful sale and leasing transactions includes companies such as:

  • Starbucks
  • Dunkin Donuts
  • Regions Bank
  • General Electric Capital Corporation
  • St. Francis Hospitals
  • Bioventus
  • Stratas Foods
  • Shelby County Federal Credit Union
  • Orion Federal Credit Union
  • Mahaffey Event & Tent Rentals
  • Las Delicias Mexican Restaurants
  • Osaka Japanese Restaurants
  • Tidal Wave Auto Spas
  • More than 35 law firm leasing transactions.

As The 1 Expert in MetroMemphis business real estate, Dede is called on often for expert witness testimony, landlord/tenant mediation, property tax appeals and real estate investment consulting.

Before founding MalmoMemphis, Dede directed Asset Management for a large Southeastern investment firm and was on the office leasing team at both Trammell Crow and Interstate Realty Corporation.

Dede is a director of William R. Moore College of Technology and was formerly on the Alumni Executive Board of Memphis University School. He is a graduate of Vanderbilt University and a record-setting Vandy baseball player.

Challenge convention, expect more.

Commercial real estate doesn’t have to be complicated. It just needs to be handled right. 
For 25 years, MalmoMemphis has proven that challenging industry norms creates better outcomes.

Start a conversation with Dede Malmo today