Consulting
Market Analysis and Project Feasibility Study
Each consulting engagement includes:
- Full site analysis identifying the pros/cons of the selected site, grading factors such as accessibility to campus and availability of close-proximity services
- Comprehensive competitive study:
- In-person assessment of competitive rentals on- and off-campus, including review of marketing materials, pre-leasing velocity and site tours
- Additional research of the near-term student housing pipeline, identifying potential new developments coming to the market in the one- to two-year timeframe
- University demand analysis to ensure the student market is favorable to growth and expansion of student-focused housing, including an assessment of:
- Demographic information
- Enrollment growth patterns
- Strategic goals
- Primary research study within the student population at your target university or college to identify student preferences and needs as they relate to your property
Your final report includes data analysis and student research feedback, as well as experience-driven recommendations for:

Operational Assessment
The final consulting report identifies opportunities to improve leasing velocity and retention in a detailed plan including elements such as:
- Rebranding, remarketing, and reputation management
- Updating rental rates
- Staff restructuring
- Maintenance improvements
- Capital expenditures
- Residence life programming ideas
- Operating budget refinement
Due Diligence
The final consulting report includes documentation of multiple components, including:
- Unit inspection
- Rating of all furniture, flooring and overall condition of every unit
- Identification of quality issues to help plan for unit upgrades
- Property inspections from an operator’s perspective
- Common area assessment
- Competitive assessment of on- and off-campus housing options
- Demographic analysis
- Documentation of students’ classification, school and place of origin
- Summary of potential marketing opportunities and outlets
- Lease audit to confirm rent rolls, including current and future leases
- Financial analysis and budget review
- Capital expenditure analysis and recommendations
- Current staffing and restructuring opportunities
- Marketing and leasing campaign refinements
Case Studies
White Papers
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Catalyst: Brand Magnetism
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Successful Property Management Transition
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Theresa Sopata
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