ASSET MANAGEMENT

The industry has changed and so has the approach to property management.
Property management has always been the foundation for the long-term
value enhancement of a property. The members of the firm have more than 35 years
of combined experience in the development and management of properties and projects
throughout the Southeast.

Yet, the creative approach to the short and long term management of the property
results in true value appreciation. To accomplish this goal, careful attention must be paid
to all contract services, vendor relationships and the scope of all work and services
for the Property.

THE DUNCAN COMPANIES takes this expertise a step further by providing state of the art
accounting and fiscal management services through its Timberline management software,
providing unique flexibility for each project assignment. Therefore, the firm provides
an array of financial tools and reports in order to benchmark the property operations
and to create a financial strategic plan - again, working toward the enhancement
of the value of the Property within the market.

From maintenance and contract negotiations to interfacing with lenders and investors,
THE DUNCAN COMPANIES provides an overall asset management framework, tailor-made
for the specific asset and the objectives of the Owner.

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

THE DUNCAN COMPANIES have built well over 1,000,000 square feet
of commercial structures and it is this experience that is utilized in all construction
management assignments. From 1,500 square foot office corporate interiors
and branch bank facilities, to the renovation of major office and industrial buildings,
THE DUNCAN COMPANIES offers management of all types of construction projects
and is intimately involved with all phases of the construction process.

Working through the selection of an architect and the careful negotiation of
a construction contract – these are just a couple of the critical factors in managing
an office or retail project. THE DUNCAN COMPANIES is committed to identifying cost savings
approaches to construction and interior build out and provides competitive bidding
for any and all size projects.

OUTSOURCING OF REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Marketing is critical to the success of every project and today, the marketing of a property
is significantly more than a sign and marketing materials.

With its team of trained and experienced brokers,  THE DUNCAN COMPANIES analyzes
the characteristics of the property and then searches the market for the appropriate user
and/or investor utilizing its existing and extensive database, which is second to none.
All aspects of marketing services are incorporated into a package to reach the project objective.
And no prospective user is left without great attention and focus.

The firm prepares a detailed marketing plan, incorporating the marketing materials
and other vehicles to be utilized in the marketing process. The implementation
of this marketing plan however is based upon the proactive and aggressive efforts
of THE DUNCAN COMPANIES’ professionals, who focus
on such an assignment on a continuous basis.

LEASING AND BROKERAGE SERVICES

Marketing is critical to the success of every project and today, the marketing of a property
is significantly more than a sign and marketing materials.

With its team of trained and experienced brokers,  THE DUNCAN COMPANIES analyzes
the characteristics of the property and then searches the market for the appropriate user
and/or investor utilizing its existing and extensive database, which is second to none.
All aspects of marketing services are incorporated into a package to reach the project objective.
And no prospective user is left without great attention and focus.

The firm prepares a detailed marketing plan, incorporating the marketing materials
and other vehicles to be utilized in the marketing process. The implementation
of this marketing plan however is based upon the proactive and aggressive efforts
of THE DUNCAN COMPANIES’ professionals, who focus
on such an assignment on a continuous basis.

THE MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING OF WORK-OUT PROPERTIES

THE DUNCAN COMPANIES specializes in assisting financial institutions
and government agencies in the management and disposition of "troubled properties"
and those properties held in the "real estate owned" portfolio as a result
of user merger or consolidation.

The firm incorporates its spectrum of services to efficiently and cost-effectively reposition
these properties in the local market and improve their value for ultimate disposition.
A marketing plan is prepared for the user and such a plan is carefully crafted to maintain
the physical elements of the property, increase the occupancy of the property,
and identify potential users/purchasers for the property in a simultaneous
and highly correlated fashion.

This approach to property management is different than that of the third party,
developer-owned property assignment and such requires a special focus in this arena.