Jake Clopton's Profile

Jake Clopton is a seasoned entrepreneur, economist, and real estate professional with a national reputation in the commercial real estate industry.  With over a decade of experience in commercial real estate finance and ownership, Jake brings a uniquely comprehensive perspective to brokerage. His leadership is grounded in a deep understanding of how capital, operations, and market cycles intersect—insight that shapes the firm’s approach to every transaction. Under his direction, Clopton Commercial Realty Group has grown into a full-service platform serving private and institutional clients nationwide, from urban cores to secondary and tertiary markets across all major asset classes.

Jake launched Clopton Capital in 2009 to help small and middle-market real estate investors access competitive debt and equity solutions. Since then, he has arranged billions in financing and expanded into commercial insurance, property ownership, and management. His active ownership of apartment communities across Chicagoland informs his brokerage strategy with firsthand operational insight, making him a trusted advisor to clients navigating both sides of a transaction.

Jake is also the founder of Clopton Insurance Services, a national agency specializing in commercial property and business coverage. He is the author of Commercial Real Estate Investing: Understanding, Finding, and Funding Deals in Today’s World, and a regular contributor to publications such as Benzinga, Multi-Housing News, and National Mortgage Professional. His thought leadership has been featured on Good Morning Chicago and in The Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid.

As a team leader, Jake fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and execution. He is deeply involved in strategy, deal review, and mentorship—ensuring that every client benefits from the collective knowledge and market reach of the Clopton platform.

With a sharp focus on long-term value, Jake Clopton continues to expand his footprint in commercial real estate while helping clients across the country capitalize on strategic opportunities.