What type of services does a quality international real estate professional bring to the table?
A quality professional representing a company that is looking at going international will always connect with local associates in specific foreign markets to ensure that they have accurate, current data as well as an understanding of such things as political climate, cultural differences, taxes, incentives, etc. The professional would bring high level analytical and financial capabilities, as well as a team of other professionals with expertise in such areas as project management, facilities management, transaction management, all with experience in the target market. It all depends on the nature of the assignment, but having all these service capabilities can be critical. What does the current environment look like for international real estate? It varies greatly by country and region. We are seeing many U.S.-based companies, particularly manufacturing companies, looking to the Asia Pacific area to establish an operating presence. With the political climate changing in China, it is an
