Services

DEVELOPERS FIRST provides exceptional, unbiased, and integrated advisory services for commercial real estate developers and project executives. Supported by the right technology, we deliver the precise strategic advice and transactional support that you, your team and your project require. We are committed to working as a team with your existing advisors to deliver you the best integrated strategic and transactional services possible.

Strategic Advice

In support of your commercial property investment initiatives, Developers First offers expert counsel on all aspects of the development process. Strategic elements may include acquisitions, designer and contractor selection, programming and regulatory compliance, construction purchasing, marketing, financing and the uses of technology in your enterprises. Your advisor will work closely with you and your team to determine the best approach to each element.

Our extensive network of project and property managers, designers, contractors, and building system vendors provides invaluable assistance in managing new construction, major rehabilitation and tenant-related construction programs. In addition, your advisor's real estate experience will support the process of deciding among alternative vendors and review of contractual arrangements for beneficial performance and limited liability repercussions.

Transaction Support

In support of your financial transactions, Developers First offers expert counsel on all aspects of the financing process. Strategic elements may include research and documentation of transaction comparables, assisting with preparation of feasibility studies, and analysis of alternative financial structures - single and multi-property debt, mezzanine, participating and equity arrangements. Your advisor will work closely with you and your team to determine the best approach and report on all aspects of the process in real time.  

Our extensive network of institutional and private lenders, investors and mortgage bankers of various specializations provides invaluable assistance in managing the procurement process of your choosing.  In addition, your advisor's real estate experience and knowledge will support the process of deciding among alternative proposals and review of contractual arrangements for beneficial performance and liability aspects.