McDonald’s and Their Real Estate Empire
- Marcelo Serafim
- Aug 14
- 4 min read
When people think of McDonald’s, they often imagine hamburgers, fries, and the golden arches. However, the real secret behind the company’s long-term profitability lies not just in selling fast food but in its massive real estate holdings. McDonald’s is, in fact, one of the largest commercial real estate owners in the world, with a business model that cleverly combines franchising with property investment.


