The new SBA SOP 50 10 5 (K) will go into effect on April 1, 2019. The largest change is related to special use facilities which have been broken out by child care facilities, dry cleaners and gas stations. Child care centers will now be required to perform a lead risk assessment and testing for lead in drinking water at ALL taps and fountains that could be used as a drinking water source. All lead assessments are to be performed in conformance with the EPA and HUD Guidelines. Download a copy of the notice or visit our SBA page for a copy of the new guide and up-to-date resources.
Recent occurrences in Florida of elderly being stuck in healthcare facilities without power after hurricanes has resulted in new Sate building code requirements for compliance. Partner recently performed three Property Condition Assessments (PCAs) throughout Miami for nursing home facilities with a wide-ranging scope of investigations, including the building envelope, foundation and careful investigations for water intrusion and mold. Read about how Partner’s assessments can ensure you meet state requirements here.
Market observers predict another strong year for low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) opportunities. These tax credit deals are helping developers finance their affordable housing projects throughout Florida. There are a lot of nuances to the due diligence and construction risk management components of these projects, but an experienced consultant can ensure your tax credit deals are done right! See how Partner helped a Florida developer and LIHTC investor with their recent multi-family project in this project profile.
Partner recently hired Dawn Serdiuk, an Environmental Professional based in Tampa, who brings extensive experience managing environmental due diligence along with health and safety services for large corporations and property owners. Dawn is a Senior Project Manager and is focused on supporting Client Manager, Bill Marcus, and advising Partner’s institutional clients.
March 4 – 6: The ADC Installation Innovation Forum in Miami
March 14 – 15: RE Trends & Strategies Conference by UF Bergstrom Center in Orlando
March 20: RICS Summit Series Americas 2019 in Miami
March 20: Bisnow Ft Lauderdale State of Market
March 28: ICSC North Florida Idea Exchange in Jacksonville
March 31 – April 3: Opal Financial: Real Estate Investors Summit 2019 in West Palm Beach
April 11: Bisnow Multifamily Boom in Orlando
April 29 – 30: Bisnow Escape in Miami Beach
May 6 – 8: ACG Intergrowth in Orlando
May 7 – 9: NAGGL Spring Conference in Orlando
May 20 – 21: HOLA: Hotel Opportunities in Latin America Investment Conference in Miami
May 25 – 30: NCUMA: National Credit Union Management Association Annual Spring Conference
May 16, 2025
Partner experienced significant growth in 2024 despite challenges in the CRE market, with annual revenue increasing to $334,204 from $279,640 in 2023 (19%). To support this growth and in anticipation of increasing demand, Partner increased its staff from 1,300 employees in 2023 to over 1,400 at present.
April 28, 2025
Thomas Haw MRICS, Senior Surveyor, London, UK, Partner ESI shares a recent experience while representing represent Partner in Nepal, Japan, and China on a two-week-long trip undertaking Property Condition Assessments (PCAs) on a variety of commercial and residential properties.
April 24, 2025
SBA SOP 50 10 8 Environmental Updates: What’s New SOP 50 10 8, effective June 1, 2025, introduces key updates to the SBA’s environmental policies for 7(a) and 504 loan […]
