Partner Engineering and Science
Partner Engineering and Science, Inc. (Partner) provides engineering, environmental and energy assessments and solutions for the global real estate industry. We help clients manage risk, make smart investments, and bring projects to life. Learn more at partneresi.com.
August 29, 2023
Holistic Approach to Affordable Housing Due Diligence and Impact on ValuationThe due diligence process is critical for ensuring the success and sustainability of affordable housing projects.
August 21, 2023
Addressing the Insurance Crisis Through Property ResilienceIncreasing property resilience reduces financial risk to insurers as well as investors and could allow insurance companies to insure properties that otherwise might not meet their risk criteria.
August 09, 2023
Air Quality and Energy Efficiency: Can a Building Have Both?Energy-efficient heating and cooling require buildings to be as airtight as possible, but the pandemic taught us that open air is the best way to control the spread of airborne pathogens. Sustainable IAQ practices address both concerns simultaneously.
July 28, 2023
Converting Office & Retail to Affordable Housing May Soon Be EasierRecently passed legislation in California could alleviate some of the challenges in converting retail and office properties into affordable housing and pave the way for other states to enact similar laws.
July 18, 2023
Six Ways Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Measures Increase Property ValueAside from gaining better brand perception and meeting the demand of investors, implementing energy efficiency and sustainability measures can also increase commercial property values in measurable ways.
June 15, 2023
Convenience Store Acquisitions: What to Know About Risk and LiabilityLong-term success in the convenience store industry depends on mitigating risk exposure through careful due diligence and insurance strategy.
May 31, 2023
Five Changes to Radon Requirements for Fannie & Freddie MF LoansAs the effective date draws closer, multifamily lenders and borrowers should get familiar with FHFA's updated radon sampling requirements.
May 16, 2023
How Retail Owners Are Staying Profitable in Today's MarketValue changes in retail assets are not as dramatic as in other sectors, but landlords must fine-tune tenant mix and address big box vacancies to stay viable.
May 05, 2023
Three Key Checks Before Taking on a Distressed AssetMarket conditions are ripe for a wave of distressed assets. Before taking title to a distressed asset, opportunistic buyers or foreclosing lenders should be aware of —and prepared for—the unique risks and challenges associated with these properties.
May 01, 2023
What You May Be Missing About Façade Failures in Newer BuildingsDuring recent storms, multiple windows fell from high-rise buildings in San Francisco, prompting the City to require façade inspections for newer buildings. Building owners everywhere should be aware of and mitigate the risk associated with façade failures.