Choosing the right types of contracts for your project. Selecting the right approach and negotiating appropriate project contracts with vendors are important to the success of renovations or new construction projects. Because there are so many related factors that need addressing, including scope, schedule, price, and payment terms, real estate... read more →
Mar
22
Mar
09
Line up those inspections stat. For the health and safety of a community, no construction or renovation project goes uninspected, and many require multiple inspections from a variety of agencies. Unfortunately, with all of the activity in most jurisdictions, inspectors are very busy—and there are fewer and fewer of them... read more →
Jan
31
Avoid the pitfalls of material shortages. We all understand the laws of supply and demand. But in the U.S. in general, plus being spoiled by the Amazon effect, we have come to expect products and materials to be in ample supply whenever we want them. Unfortunately, in the real estate... read more →
Jan
24
Real Projectives’ Movers & Shakers We are thrilled to announce that Bryan Burnette has been elevated to the position of Director of Project Management. He has been with Real Projectives since June of 2016, successfully serving our many clients with their real estate advisory needs. He has meticulously managed complicated... read more →
Dec
28
Without proper planning, construction labor shortages could leave your project short. You know the old saying that “time is money”, but what happens when money isn’t enough to resolve a resource shortage? The U.S. real estate industry is experiencing a boom. However, there’s a catch. That growth is predicated on... read more →
Nov
30
The self-storage industry has recently seen a notable increase in the number of facilities emerging within urban areas. Two of Real Projectives’ senior project managers, Greg Wilhelm-Wenzel and Bryan Burnette, share their thoughts on the opportunities and consequences this new storage boom could bring. The Charlotte Observer cites that demand... read more →
Oct
31
by Jonathan Williams Much discussion has focused on how the real estate market should adapt to preferred housing trends for millennials as they age. Bisnow recently published an article in which Bozzuto CEO, Toby Bozzuto, predicted millennials will favor longer term stay in rental housing within the cities, but that... read more →
Jul
01
Real Projectives had a blast at Terrapin Adventures! Our growing team improved communication, trust, and teamwork while tackling the fun exercises, including high ropes, zip line and 40 ft. swing! Below are some pictures from our adventure-filled day!
Apr
27
Had a great day gardening with the Community Action Council of Howard County! We at Real Projectives enjoy making a real impact on the community!
Mar
24
The “Great Recession’s” impact was not experienced uniformly across the country. The Great Plains, more specifically North Dakota, exhibited a substantial growth within the housing market despite economic downturn throughout the rest of the country. Fueled by the energy industry’s efforts to leverage domestic natural resources, particularly through oil... read more →