I recently contributed an article for the Spring edition of NAREIM Dialogues, discussing due diligence and risk management for late-cycle institutional and equity development. In “Late-Cycle Construction Due Diligence,” I lay out the unique challenges incurred by the current development landscape, particularly for design-bid-build and design-build projects, which are increasingly popular project delivery methods. At a time when due diligence, building and site assessments, and construction risk management are more important than ever, consultants must employ specialized strategies at each stage of development to minimize investment risk exposure.
To read the complete article, please download the PDF below.

March 25, 2026
Effective communication is key to successful lender-consultant partnerships—improving clarity, reducing delays, and supporting better deals.

March 24, 2026
By following USDA guidelines and applying best practices in construction lending, lenders can manage risk while protecting the government guarantee.

March 11, 2026
In this Globe St. article, Brett Hayes discusses how sellers who complete due diligence before going to market can reduce re-trades and keep deals moving forward.




