Now is the phase of the CRE cycle when repositioning success stories are born. Imagine this column five to ten years from now: we’ll be reading about a property that was purchased for a song, underwent transformative repositioning, and achieved an impressive return upon sale. That deal, and others like it, are crossing someone’s desk right now. Unfortunately, these deals come with huge task lists to be worked through during the underwriting process.
This article discusses how savvy CRE investors leverage due diligence advisors to bolster in-house acquisition teams and quickly put brackets around the “wild card” items that could sour projected returns.

May 27, 2026
In cities across the country, historic industrial assets continue to present challenges and untapped potential. For developers willing to navigate the complexity – and for advisors equipped to translate that complexity into actionable insight – these properties can become catalysts for long-term urban reinvestment.

May 20, 2026
Frank Krech, Sr. Engineer at Partner, brings years of expertise in structural engineering, building envelope consulting, & restoration engineering.

May 20, 2026
Ken Sliter will support Partner’s growth in the Owners’ Representation & Capital Programs practice, leveraging his extensive experience.




