SAN DIEGO—Moving toward lean project management and task-oriented vs. project-oriented thinking are the goals of Syska Hennessy, associate partner Sean Marcel tells GlobeSt.com <b>EXCLUSIVELY</b> after his move from New York to join the San Diego team.

In the highly competitive and risky (re)development market, good planning is critical. It pays to commit to a comprehensive feasibility study early on in the due diligence process so that costs to address any concerns can be calculated into the project budget and timeline. Having a careful step by step approach will prevent unexpected surprises, help protect against losses and liabilities, and ensure the success of a project.

IRVINE, CA—A resolution in the form of a federal bill may be on the horizon for landlords, lenders and others in the real estate industry who currently find themselves caught in a precarious position due to the lack of congruity between marijuana legislation at the federal and state levels, according to one source who takes a closer look in this <b>EXCLUSIVE</b> column.