Advisory Services

From start to finish, experience counts…

The success of any project depends on the concept and the team which implements it. PCS helps to ensure that the Developer's vision is realized.

PCS's knowledge and experience coupled with the expertise of our strategic partners, including Altman Real Estate provide the developer with a wide range of invaluable services which include:

Project Conceptualisation:

Property investment advice
Highest & best use studies
Master plan review
Architectural design review
Pricing recommendation
Feasibility studies and business planning

Property Management

Rental program marketing and reservations
Commercial and residential property management
Condominium management
Owner Accounting

Marketing:

Market research
Marketing planning and placement
Graphic design of marketing materials
Advice on overseas marketing representation

Accounting Services

Management accounting
Billing and collection
Exchange control registrations
Company management services

Project Management:

Construction management
Quantity surveying
Contract administration
Cost Control & Budgeting

Financing:

Equity sourcing
Debt acquisition
Project syndication

Interior Design

Design
Budgeting
Procurement
Installation

Sales

Procedures and policies
Staffing of sales office
Database management
Liaison with attorneys

Feasibility Studies & Business Planning

Thinking of developing but not sure where to start? PCS conducts feasibility studies for development concepts to analyze the highest and best use of the development site in order to maximize return on investment given investor preferences and risk profiles.

 

PCS conducts market studies to aid developers in determining their optimal target market, and forecasts of demand and supply of competitive product. In conducting our research, PCS identifies opportunities for development and unfilled niches.

 

Our market study clients and engagements have included the following:

Apes Hill Market Study
Moonshine Hill Development Inc.
The Barbados Commercial Property Market
The Barbados Luxury Residential Market
The St. Lucia Luxury Residential Market
Lambert Advisory – Market Study
BTI - Pierhead Marina Market Study

 

A feasibility study will analyze various development schemes with respect to current market conditions, and the characteristics of the site. Based on the key demand and supply factors identified, PCS can make recommendations on product mix, price point and development strategies.

 

Utilizing an estimated development cost produced by our quantity surveyor, the development concepts are evaluated based on the expected costs and benefits given the client's objectives and constraints. Forecasted cash flows are utilized to determine the likely return on investment and recommendations made for the best way forward.

 

A selection of our clients:

The Pierhead Project Development – Barbados
Point Hardy - St Lucia
Lancaster Golf Project - Barbados
Weatherhills - Antigua
Elegant Hotels Coconut Creek - Barbados
Residences at The Sands - Barbados
Caribbean Jewel - St Lucia
Callenders – Barbados
Francia Plantation - Barbados

 

Accounting & Financial Services

With our extensive practical knowledge and experience in the real estate and construction sectors, we can offer highly engineered and proprietary solutions to commercial and residential developers, rental firms, investment funds and investors.

Our team has built a reputation for its knowledge of market dynamics and financial strategies, as well as established relationships with public officials, lawyers and financial institutions related to the real estate market.

Property Consultancy Services Inc provides a comprehensive range of real estate ancillary accounting services to its client base. Our clients benefit from our specialised industry expertise and outstanding service in a number of ways including but not limited to:

 

  • Preparation of financial statements
  • Preparation & filing of annual Corporation & Individual Tax Returns
  • Project Management Accounting
  • Small Business accounting

Our clients benefit from:

 

  • Experienced professionals who take personal pride in delivering quality service
  • Local decision-making that is responsive to each client's unique circumstances
  • Cost-effective service through the utilization of state-of-the-art technology and research
  • Open and ongoing communication

Our clients are encouraged to maintain communications with us throughout the year as issues and opportunities arise. This allows us to work together to identify issues and opportunities early and avoid last minute surprises. Furthermore, working with PCS means direct access to the decision makers. Our experienced, senior-level professionals provide timely responses to your questions.

In addition, we are proactive in our communications, maintaining a flexible, non-intrusive contact program consisting of informal discussions, telephone calls and mailings to keep you apprised of developing issues that may affect you or your Company throughout the year.

Property Consultancy Services in Barbados

Property Consultancy Services (PCS) are complimentary to those of Altman Real Estate its parent company. PCS offers all property related services to offer a one stop approach for many large projects throughout Barbados and the wider Caribbean including the new town centre project in Montserrat. PCS's list of services include: Property Valuations, Feasibility Studies and Business Planning, Hospitality Industry Consultancy Services, Accounting and Financial Services, Property Investment Advice, Construction Project Management, and Commercial Property Management. PCS presently project manages the LimeGrove Lifestyle Centre and the Grove Residences, The Rockley Resort and the Sugar Hill developments in Barbados; Villas on the Green in St Lucia; and is retained as investment advisor to the Fortress Caribbean Property Fund, a listed Mutual Fund.PCS is a member of the Urban Land Institute and the Barbados Estate Agents and Valuers Association. A selection of clients who have used our property advisory services include: The Pierhead Project Development – Barbados; Point Hardy - St Lucia; Lancaster Golf Project - Barbados; Weatherhills - Antigua; Elegant Hotels Coconut Creek - Barbados; Residences at The Sands - Barbados; Caribbean Jewel - St Lucia; Callenders – Barbados; Francia Plantation - Barbados.

Altman Real Estate is an international associate of Savills.