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Clients trust us for advisory management on a myriad of issues and challenges related to income-producing real estate.
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Project Management
The heart of Real Projectives® is project management services and owner representation.
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Development
We tackle deal structures with existing land owners, local operators and municipal partnerships.
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Our Clients
Real Estate Project Management Services Focused on High Performance
Financiers
Whether our clients are acquiring an operating property or financing a ground-up development project, we know the deal.
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Managers
We work with professional service firms responsible for managing real property and the financial risks on behalf of their clients.
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Owners
Real Projectives® supports local, regional and national owners of real estate, public and private trusts, to familty and family offices.
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Users
Whether leasing or owning, user groups rely on Real Projectives® to ensure facilities and assets enhance their mission and competitiveness.
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About Real Projectives
While we commonly provide diligence, advisory, and project and program management services, we have deep expertise and experience in many aspects of real estate investment, acquisition, development and management. We customize an approach to each deal’s specific risk profile, filling roles in owner/investor representation, development oversight, capital project management, and tenant improvement management across a broad spectrum of residential, commercial, industrial and other use types.
Five lessons learned from a project management system rollout
Assessing the success of a new system in real life Some time ago on this blog, we discussed our process... read more →
July 29, 2020
Welcome 2020 Summer Interns
Welcome Wyatt and Brandon! Real Projectives® is thrilled to have two fantastic interns working with us this summer. We have... read more →
July 15, 2020
Managing energy upgrades to save money and increase value
At one time, energy upgrade projects required novel approaches, but recently they have become a fundamental component of “green” building... read more →
July 8, 2020
Staff reaches out to local charities: A Helping Hand During the Pandemic
A Helping Hand During the Pandemic Real Projectives® believes in contributing to our professional and social communities. So when our... read more →
July 1, 2020
Time is usually critical: How do you manage delays?
While the unexpected pandemic we're currently experiencing might be contributing to time delays on construction and real estate improvement projects,... read more →
June 24, 2020
Staff Announcements: Andrew “Tony” Forano
Welcome Andrew "Tony" Forano With a career managing real estate projects of all kinds and sizes across the United States... read more →
June 16, 2020
When owners decide to build new or improve their buildings, who can they call to manage the project?
Reaping the Benefits of Owner Representation Building owners and investors shoulder many responsibilities: managing tenants, maintaining the structure, paying taxes... read more →
June 10, 2020
Staff Announcements: Aislinn Mascarina
Welcome Aislinn Mascarina With her drive to be organized and keep things running smoothly, Aislinn Mascarina joined Real Projectives® in... read more →
June 3, 2020
Part 2: What’s the real value of a digital real estate twin?
Smarter Decisions with a Digital Twin A multi-dimensional model or virtual replica of a building that's connected to smart devices... read more →
May 27, 2020
Staff Milestone
Honoring Dedication A dependable player on every one of our projects, Anne Pierce celebrates five years at Real Projectives®, making... read more →
May 20, 2020
Part 1: What is a digital real estate twin and how can it help building owners?
Multiplying Benefits with a Digital Twin Real buildings exist in three dimensions (3D) that you can see and touch. What... read more →
May 13, 2020
Augmented reality offers real benefits for construction and project management, part 2
Augmented Reality for Training, Tracking and More In our last blog post, we discussed a few aspects of virtual and... read more →
April 29, 2020
Virtual reality isn’t just play anymore. How is it saving time and money in development and construction?
AR and Project and Construction Management Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are advancing beyond those nerdy-looking VR goggles... read more →
April 1, 2020
Kudos and Best Wishes to Jacob Polis
Kudos and Best Wishes to Jacob Polis The Real Projectives® team has enjoyed working with Jacob Polis through a cooperative... read more →
March 25, 2020
How do you stay on top of projects in process during uncertain times?
Tracking Corona Virus Impact on Construction and Development Projects We know, the words corona virus and COVID19 are consuming everything... read more →
March 18, 2020
Which approach is best for your organization when it comes to tackling real estate improvement projects?
Who Should Manage Capital Improvement Projects? Several options exist for how to manage a capital improvement project. Before we look... read more →
March 12, 2020
Congratulations to Matthew Scott
Congratulations to Matthew Scott Real Projectives® is excited to promote Matthew Scott to senior project manager. In this new role,... read more →
March 10, 2020
Lunch bag donation
Staff Packs Lunches for Area Food Kitchen In early 2020, our Real Projectives® team took time to make lunches for... read more →
March 4, 2020
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning promise to think for us. How might they affect real estate development and construction?
Artificial Intelligence and Project Management Real estate improvements (development, construction and renovation) rely on people making decisions and using specialized... read more →
February 26, 2020
Welcome Cole McGarry
Welcome Cole McGarry With interest in real estate analysis and improvement nurtured through his studies, Cole McGarry brings a strong... read more →
February 19, 2020
Program management could save you time, money and hassles. Does it make sense for your project?
Program Management or Project Management? What’s the Difference? For real estate owners and investors, the term “program" management may be... read more →
February 12, 2020
Welcome Troy Harrison
Welcome Troy Harrison A positive spirit and sleeves-rolled-up guy, Troy Harrison, joined Real Projectives® late 2019 as a project coordinator.... read more →
February 5, 2020
Whether you’re receiving a tenant allowance or offering one, it’s important to know the ins and outs.
Tenant Allowances: Money with Strings Attached A hair stylist is looking to open a new salon. A strip retail plaza... read more →
January 22, 2020
Change is inevitable, but can it be managed?
Managing Change Through Owner Representation Our last article discussed the inherent risks of renovation and development projects and how owner... read more →
January 15, 2020
Reduce risks and unwanted surprises for your real estate improvement projects: Engage an owner representative.
Managing Risk Through Owner Representation Wouldn't it be great if every project offered all reward and zero risk? You already... read more →
January 2, 2020
Tracking time, money and people while mitigating risk is all in a day’s work for construction managers.
How Construction Managers Drive Projects Forward Construction managers are specialized project managers. In real estate improvement projects, a good construction... read more →
December 18, 2019
Do I need a project manager for real estate improvements? The answer is, “It depends.”
Six Reasons to Not Hire a Project Manager A real estate investor contacted Real Projectives® some months ago, asking for... read more →
December 6, 2019
The lender is requiring an inspector, so why would an equity investor also hire an owner/investor representative on a real estate project?
Who’s in Your Corner? Whether you’re in a boxing match or investing in real estate, it’s good to know you... read more →
November 20, 2019
Private equity firms looking to reduce risk and increase returns can rely on the experts at Real Projectives®
Supporting Private Equity Investing Private equity firms and other wealth managers who invest (or plan to invest) in real estate... read more →
November 13, 2019
Defining What Services Your Project Needs and Who Will Provide Them is Critical
Construction Management vs Project Management? Defining the Terms Terminology might seem tedious, but when terms aren’t defined or are used... read more →
October 25, 2019
Logistics Can Make or Break a Construction Development or Real Estate Project
Working the Plan with Project Management When it comes to scheduling, we plan backward and execute forward. Sounds catchy, but... read more →
October 9, 2019
Measuring completion can cloud a construction project. Here are some pointers to guide you along the best path.
When Is a Construction Projection Completion Really Complete? In a construction project, the terms “substantial completion” and “final completion” represent... read more →
September 25, 2019
Real Projectives 2019 Staff Picnic
Summer Outing Turns Up the Heat The trivia competition was as hot as the scorching, humid weather for the... read more →
September 18, 2019
Congratulations to Eloise Potterfield and James McChristy
Congratulations to Eloise Potterfield and James McChristy Real Projectives® is thrilled to promote Eloise Potterfield and James McChristy to project... read more →
August 30, 2019
Real Estate Investor Project Representation: The Three Levels of Renovation Oversight
Not all renovation projects are alike. That’s why many real estate owners and investors hire expert representatives to look out... read more →
August 22, 2019
Summer Intern
Summer Intern: Gaining real-world exposure This past summer, Haley Vandyke joined Real Projectives® as our 2019 summer intern. A rising... read more →
August 8, 2019
Investor Representation: Oversight of a New Development Project
Developing a new real estate project from the ground up is much like starting a new company. Each venture encounters... read more →
July 26, 2019
Staff Announcements
Welcome Parker Aylor A recent college graduate with degrees in both real estate and finance, Parker Aylor joins Real Projectives®... read more →
July 17, 2019
Project Management Consultancy
Six Reasons You Need a Project Management Consultant. With every new project, you face the same constraints: time, budget and... read more →
July 10, 2019
Real Estate Investment Diligence Best Practices
Don’t sweat the small stuff, or should you? Investing in a significant renovation or new development deal is risky business.... read more →
June 27, 2019
Top Reasons to Hire a Project Manager for Interior Fit-outs
Top Reasons to Hire a Project Manager for Interior Fit-outs You’ve made the commitment to transform your business space, whether... read more →
June 19, 2019
Staff Announcements
Welcome Kody Safiran. With more than 20 years of supervisory experience in project management, architectural design and construction administration, Kody... read more →
May 29, 2019
Real Projectives Helps Spruce Up Local Food Kitchen
Despite the threat of thunderstorms, employees from Real Projectives® grabbed their tools and cleaning supplies to help spruce up an... read more →
May 15, 2019
The Advantages and Challenges of Modular Construction
There’s a strong trend in the real estate industry toward building more things away from the construction site. Modular construction... read more →
May 6, 2019
Project: 7-Eleven® at Foundry Lofts
College students run on coffee and snacks. So they were thrilled when a new 7-Eleven® store literally attached to student... read more →
April 18, 2019
Project Management Systems: Selecting the Right One
In our first article of this series, we covered buying versus building project management systems. In our case, after an... read more →
April 3, 2019
Staff Announcements
Nick gains valuable real world experience. When Nick Reganata joined Real Projectives® as a co-op student though Drexel University six... read more →
March 20, 2019
James Wins Mini-Golf
Congrats to Our Resident Arnold Palmer! Last month, employees participated in our third annual mini-golf tournament. We entered Monster Mini... read more →
March 18, 2019
Project Management Systems: Should You Buy or Build?
Project Management Systems: Should You Buy or Build? For more than two decades, our team has followed the evolution of... read more →
March 6, 2019
BBB Accreditation
Verified with BBB Accreditation Have you ever handed something valuable over to someone you didn’t quite trust? Like putting your... read more →
February 20, 2019
Project: BioStat Solutions
Fulfilling a Turnkey Renovation Through Tenant Improvements & Project Management. BioStat Solutions, a medical research and analysis firm, needed to... read more →
February 13, 2019
2018 A Year in Review
A year in review. Thank you to everyone who supported Real Projectives® endeavors and made last year a success. Take... read more →
February 6, 2019
Volunteering at the Food Kitchen
Giving to the communities we love. Real Projectives® recently volunteered with FISH of Laurel at Elizabeth House in Laurel, Maryland.... read more →
December 19, 2018
Great Communication involves listening, talking and acting.
Clear communication is critical to the success of any team and project. Often when a project stumbles or teamwork erodes,... read more →
December 12, 2018
Project: Midland Renovations
Three Large Buildings. One Impressive Renovation. Back in 2015, one of our real estate investment clients acquired a portfolio of... read more →
November 28, 2018
Real Projectives: Client Appreciation Event
Celebrating a decade of collaboration. In honor of our 10 years in business, Real Projectives® recently hosted a client-only appreciation... read more →
November 14, 2018
Six Steps to Organizing Your Project Team for Maximum Results
You’ve got an important project to accomplish in a limited time with limited resources—but you can’t do it all yourself.... read more →
November 7, 2018
Staff Announcements
Roy adds depth and breadth to our team. A veteran construction manager, Roy Richard joins Real Projectives® as Senior Project... read more →
October 31, 2018
Hiring Staff or Consultant
Should you hire staff or contractor/consultant? Some Pros and Cons You’ve got work to do but your current team doesn’t... read more →
October 25, 2018
Staff Announcements
Welcome to the team Linda Nead. After many years at Lendlease where she managed documentation and close-out processes, prepared scopes... read more →
October 17, 2018
Construction Contracts: Qualifications
The Nitty Gritty of Q&Es For more complex construction contracts, how the scope and costs are qualified is important for... read more →
October 10, 2018
Staff Announcements
Celebrating hard work. Times flies when you are adaptable and love what you do. We want to congratulate Eloise Potterfield... read more →
October 5, 2018
Our Story and History
2008-2018. Real Projectives® celebrates 10 years! Out of a love of buildings and the doldrums of the great recession, Real... read more →
October 4, 2018
Company Picnic
Getting together does the company good. On August 6th, Real Projectives® employees and their families celebrated another successful year with... read more →
September 28, 2018
Staff Announcements
Two years of great service. August 2018 marks the two-year anniversary of James McChristy, currently an assistant project manager who... read more →
September 19, 2018
Summer Intern
Summer Intern: An invaluable experience for all of us. Last season, we were lucky to employ Mayank Periwal, a Virginia... read more →
September 6, 2018
Staff Announcements
Two years and counting. Bryan Burnette joined Real Projectives® in June 2016 as a Senior Project Manager. His hard work... read more →
August 8, 2018
Staff Announcements
Happy Anniversary to a diligent team member. As of May 2018, Anne Pierce has been with Real Projectives® for three... read more →
July 31, 2018
Staff Announcements: Greg Wilhelm-Wenzel Celebrates 4 Years
Four years of stellar service. Congratulations to Senior Project Manager Greg Wilhelm-Wenzel on his 4 years of service with Real... read more →
July 11, 2018
Contract Negotiations
Contract Negotiations: More than legal words. Projects are often complicated and require many parties in order to be orchestrated for... read more →
July 5, 2018
Staff Announcements
Here’s to a great year one. We want to wish a Happy First Anniversary to Matthew Scott, who joined Real... read more →
June 15, 2018
Types of Project Contracts
Choosing the right types of contracts for your project. Selecting the right approach and negotiating appropriate project contracts with vendors... read more →
March 22, 2018
Inspector Shortages
Line up those inspections stat. For the health and safety of a community, no construction or renovation project goes uninspected,... read more →
March 9, 2018
Material Shortages
Avoid the pitfalls of material shortages. We all understand the laws of supply and demand. But in the U.S. in... read more →
January 31, 2018
Staff Changes
Real Projectives’ Movers & Shakers We are thrilled to announce that Bryan Burnette has been elevated to the position of... read more →
January 24, 2018
Labor Shortages
Without proper planning, construction labor shortages could leave your project short. You know the old saying that “time is money”,... read more →
December 28, 2017
The Future of Self-Storage
The self-storage industry has recently seen a notable increase in the number of facilities emerging within urban areas. Two of... read more →
November 30, 2016
Real Projectives’ Commentary on Millennial Housing Trends
by Jonathan Williams Much discussion has focused on how the real estate market should adapt to preferred housing trends for... read more →
October 31, 2016
Real Projectives at Terrapin Adventures!
Real Projectives had a blast at Terrapin Adventures! Our growing team improved communication, trust, and teamwork while tackling the fun exercises,... read more →
July 1, 2016
Real Projectives enjoys making a real impact on the community!
Had a great day gardening with the Community Action Council of Howard County! We at Real Projectives enjoy making a... read more →
April 27, 2016
Real Projects – North Dakota Apartment Development
The “Great Recession’s” impact was not experienced uniformly across the country. The Great Plains, more specifically North Dakota, exhibited... read more →
March 24, 2016
Investors Look to Senior Housing Projects as Key Demographic Ages
As the average age of the country’s population rises, the demand for adjusted living arrangements directed toward the population over... read more →
November 18, 2015
5 Things to Consider Before Commercial Real Estate Investing
The potential to gain a substantial profit makes commercial real estate investing an attractive option for many investors. It is... read more →
October 28, 2015
Three Hotel Acquisition Tips
Investors with previous hotel experience can still run into various issues or setbacks during a hotel investment venture, as each... read more →
October 20, 2015
Quick “Must Knows” for Commercial Real Estate Investing
It’s common for many investors to enter the world of commercial real estate before completely educating themselves on the basics... read more →
September 9, 2015
Real Projects: Chicago Apartments
How do real estate investors take advantage of prevailing housing trends while managing a myriad of risks? Current demand for... read more →
August 17, 2015
Tips for Beginner Real Estate Investors
Investing in real estate can be a stressful endeavor at any level. For beginner investors it is extra important to... read more →
August 13, 2015