FBL Commercial Realty Launches In Florida: A Boutique CRE Brokerage Led By Industry Veterans

A dynamic new force has entered Florida’s commercial real estate market with the launch of FBL Commercial Realty, a boutique brokerage founded by friends and partners Tommy Frankel, Brad Ball, Eric Levitt, and Rob Steiner.

Based in Jupiter, FBL Commercial Realty is a partnership between Frankel and Ball, co-owners and brokers of Frankel-Ball Realty, and Levitt, Managing Partner of EML Realty Partners. The brokerage will serve as the commercial real estate arm of Frankel-Ball Realty, offering clients a more personalized, hands-on approach and a full spectrum of commercial real estate services. EML Realty Partners will continue to purchase and operate opportunistic value-add commercial properties throughout the state of Florida, with a high concentration of industrial properties.

The new company brings together decades of experience and billions in real estate transactions under one roof, positioning itself as a “one-stop shop” for clients seeking top-tier commercial brokerage expertise across Florida.

“I’m very excited to start this commercial brokerage venture with Tommy, Brad, and Rob,” Levitt said. “We all bring three very different skill sets to the table that will help grow this business. Tommy is someone we have been working with for years, and he will run the day-to-day of this new company.”

Meet the Founding Partners

Tommy Frankel brings over four decades of brokerage and development experience to the new venture. A pillar in South Florida real estate, Frankel has served as both the President for Admirals Cove Realty, a role he has held since 1990, as well as the principal of Frankel Enterprises, putting him at the center of the development of some of Palm Beach County’s most prestigious communities – including Admirals Cove, Valencia at Abacoa, San Michele and Azure. A Wharton graduate and committed community leader, Tommy was also instrumental in the development of “The Park,” the premier public golf course facility in South Florida.

Brad Ball is the Broker and Co-Owner of Frankel Ball Realty, specializing in luxury homes and club communities throughout Jupiter and the Palm Beaches. With more than 25 years of experience and over $1.5 billion in sales, Brad is known for his deep local expertise, strategic insight, and commitment to personalized service. A former competitive golfer, he brings the same focus and drive to every transaction. Brad and his wife, Shannon, also founded the Tipsy Turtle Foundation, supporting the Navy SEALs and special operations veterans.

Eric M. Levitt, Managing Partner of EML Realty Partners, adds a powerful investment and development dimension to the team. With more than 35 years of experience in commercial and residential real estate, Eric owns over 2 million square feet of commercial space through various ventures. After founding and selling a successful homebuilding company in Maryland to a Fortune 500 Company, he shifted his focus to South Florida in 2016 and has since grown a significant Florida-based commercial portfolio with a high concentration of industrial properties. Levitt is a graduate of Franklin and Marshall College and was a member of the Men’s NCAA Lacrosse team. He resides in Jupiter, where EML Realty Partners’ corporate office is based.

Rob Steiner brings more than 22 years of experience in commercial real estate and deep local roots, having lived in Jupiter and Tequesta for over three decades. His background spans landlord representation, leasing, residential and industrial development, and site selection for national retailers. Rob has successfully guided investor groups through LLC formations, entitlement processes, and new project development across the Treasure Coast. A graduate of Lander University, where he captained the soccer team and earned national honors, Rob has built a reputation for maximizing investor returns in every market cycle.

Be Part of the Team

With deep roots in the region and a statewide reach, FBL Commercial Realty is actively recruiting agents who share its commitment to excellence, integrity, and service. The firm promises an entrepreneurial environment where experienced brokers can thrive with the backing of a deeply connected leadership team.

“I think there’s a unique opportunity to bring in like-minded entrepreneurial business people who want to work at a boutique firm and not an institutional corporate firm,” Levitt said.

FBL Commercial Realty will continue to expand its services across leasing, acquisitions, dispositions, investment sales, and asset repositioning, creating tailored strategies for clients in a rapidly evolving market.