We Are Your Property Sales Team

Meet the team.

About Us 1

James Balliet

James is considered one of the top commercial real estate resources in the Northeastern Pennsylvania/Philadelphia DMA. James specializes in shopping center sales and leasing, NNN investments, land development sites and office/medical office properties.

His client list includes past and present representation of some of the nation’s most successful landlords, shopping center owners and developers including Cabela’s Ventures (NE), Regency Centers (FL), K Mart Corporation (MI), United Artists Theatres (CO), Emmes Management (NY), Verus Partners (IL), Deb Shops Real Estate (PA), The Keith Corporation (NC), Circuit City Stores (VA), JG Petrucci Co. (NJ), Developers Diversified Realty (OH) and Raymour & Flanigan Real Estate (NY) to name a few.

James has also completed lease or sale transactions with some of America’s favorite brands such as Bank of America, Citizens Bank, TD Bank, Family Dollar, Dollar Tree, McDonald’s Corp., Marriott Hotels, American Signature Furniture, The UPS Store, Aaron’s Rents, Bounce U, Tractor Supply Co., True Value Hardware, Bethlehem Steel Credit Union, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Metro PCS, Safelite Auto Glass, Aamco Transmissions, St. Luke’s Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Coordinated Health and many more national, regional and local retail and office tenants.

James is a member of: National Association of Realtors, Pennsylvania Association of Realtors, Lehigh Valley Association of Realtors and the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). James is also a proud member of the Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.
About Us 2

Michael Sheftel

Michael brings diverse experience in retail, commercial and investment properties including 1031 Exchanges.

He is active not only in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas, but nationally as well.

He is the owner and manager of several shopping centers, commercial, industrial, retail and NNN properties.

Michael has many years of knowledge and experience in commercial real estate. He has sold and purchased properties, negotiated leases and invested in many U.S. markets for more than 10 years.

Michael is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers and a proud member of the Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.
About Us 3

Brian Bailey

Brian has been a licensed Pennsylvania real estate Broker since 2004 and a licensed Pennsylvania Realtor for nearly 30 years. He has extensive experience with commercial property sales/leasing and is also adept with residential sales. He specializes in investment properties along with ground up land development and is very familiar with many municipalities in Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania. Some of his past and present clients include; Wawa, CVS, Rite Aid, ABC/Disney and many more quality companies, retailers, and developers. Brian's knowledge of commercial development along with his extensive contacts/client list has enabled him to remain active in multiple markets within multiple asset classes for many years.

Brian is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and is a proud member of the Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.
About Us 4

Benjamin Diaz

Benjamin Diaz is a licensed real estate agent who comes from a background in sales. With his extensive experience and negotiating skills, he offers exceptional service to his clients and helps them surpass their real estate goals. Ben is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Whether you are looking for a commercial or residential property, Benjamin can assist you with every step of the process, from finding the best deals to negotiating the best terms. He specializes in the Lehigh valley and has a deep knowledge of the local market real estate market trends, inventory and opportunities. Benjamin is a proud member of the Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.
About Us 5

Doug Sandlin

Douglas Sandlin is a licensed real estate agent with a business background spanning decades and a focus on commercial properties. He has extensive experience in sales, business development and business strategy in multiple industries, including real estate technology and building materials technology. He has called the Lehigh Valley home for over 15 years, and sees the region as representing some of the best site location and commercial investment opportunities in the nation. Douglas is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and the Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.
About Us 6

Ryan McGeehan

Ryan has been a licensed real estate agent in Pennsylvania since 2018, a licensed Pennsylvania Associate Broker since 2021 and also obtained a New Jersey salesperson license in 2023. He is adept at commercial and residential development projects, including sales and leasing across multiple asset classes. Ryan is a decorated military Veteran and has honed his extensive multi-tasking and negotiation skills as a Commander in the US Naval Reserves.

He offers dedicated service to his clients and helps them attain their real estate investment goals. He specializes in the Lehigh Valley real estate and has a deep knowledge of the local market and market trends. Ryan is also a proud member of the Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.
About Us 7

Kelly Schaffer

Kelly is a Pennsylvania licensed Realtor specializing in Lehigh, Northampton, Berks and Bucks County residential and commercial properties. Kelly is a Lehigh Valley native and has owned and operated multiple successful businesses in the area. She is an active real estate investor and property manager who truly understands investment real estate assets principles. She is also a proud member of the Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.
About Us 8

Erin Troy

Erin handles several back of house operations functions for The James Balliet Property Group.

She brings over 17 years of sales and marketing experience with her, which helps the group continue to grow on a daily basis.

Some of Erin’s key responsibilities include website maintenance, social media accounts, and agent transaction management.

She is a proud member of the Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce and also active at International Council of Shopping Center events.

The James Balliet Property Group Mission Statement

We provide our customers with unsurpassed service, professionalism and profitability through our relentlessly ethical approach to the Commercial Real Estate Industry.