Recent Projects

Each Consulting Corps assignment is conducted by a team of well-qualified volunteer members of the Counselors of Real Estate with expertise specific to the needs of the client. Read more about the most recent work from the CRE® Consulting Corps.

Making a Difference in Bangs, Texas

“Often in a small community, bringing in outsiders can lead to a sense of defensiveness on the part of some citizens and leadership, but our [CRE Consulting Corps] team did an amazing job of sharing their personal bond with small towns. The city was already taking some small steps to be more progressive and we… Read more

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Making a Difference in Brainerd Lakes, Minnesota

“I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your visit to Minnesota and for conducting this in-depth study. The CRE Consulting Corps team’s expertise, dedication, and insightful analysis are instrumental in shedding light on crucial housing dynamics within our community. Your willingness to delve into the details, engage with local stakeholders, and provide comprehensive recommendations… Read more

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Making a Difference in Greensburg, Pennsylvania

“The Counselors of Real Estate enriched community engagement by shifting the focus to the possibilities of what downtown Greensburg can become. Having an outside group facilitate the conversations helped the community to see Greensburg through a new set of eyes and understand the blueprint for how to achieve revitalization. Momentum and a synergy centering around… Read more

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Making a Difference for HumanKind

What an awesome group of consultants for HumanKind and Lynchburg. They plowed a clear path for us to follow. I would recommend The Counselors of Real Estate to anyone seeking real estate guidance and expertise. Dr. Chal Nunn, Former Board Chair, HumanKind  We want to be great neighbors, and we want to do something that is… Read more

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Making a Difference in Knoxville, Tennessee

“The CRE Consulting Corps team brought together planning with local input, market opportunities, and inspiration from elsewhere to offer specific, actionable recommendations. I’m excited. I think the report will spur some good conversations and opportunities.” – Hancen Sale, Government Affairs and Policy Director, East Tennessee REALTORS®   Clients: The East Tennessee REALTORS® serves more than… Read more

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Making a Difference in Fort Myers, Florida

“The CRE Consulting Corps’ work exceeded my expectations. The team’s real estate experts brought an objective look at Fort Myers and offered specific action steps for the community to create a shared vision and initiate redevelopment of the Midtown neighborhood. We are so grateful for the time the team dedicated to listening to local stakeholders… Read more

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Past Projects

Making a Difference in Huntsville, Alabama

“From the bottom of my heart, thank you for the opportunity [to benefit from Consulting Corps assistance] and for contributing your time and talents toward making our community a better place. I can promise you it will have a foundational, lasting effect.” – Sean Magers, Director of Association Outreach, Huntsville Area Association of REALTORS®  “From… Read more

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Making a Difference in Peoria, Illinois

“The Consulting Corps team members, who were expertly chosen for our project, brought their knowledge and expertise, but beyond that they brought their unique ability to counsel. Through this CRE engagement, some of the most valuable things I learned are that there are actionable steps to transforming the 61605 neighborhoods of Peoria, that we have… Read more

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CRE Consulting Corps: Making a Difference in Oregon City, Oregon

Client The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, a federally recognized tribe in the State of Oregon, includes approximately 30 tribes and bands from western Oregon, northern California, and southwest Washington. In 2019, the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde (“the Tribe”) purchased a 23.5-acre site adjacent to downtown Oregon City along the Willamette River at Willamette… Read more

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CRE® Consulting Corps: Making a Difference in Spokane

“We truly appreciate the time the Consulting Corps put into this process. The team identified opportunities and introduced some great ideas that other cities have found beneficial. It was very helpful having someone from the outside offering their perspective.” Darin Watkins, Government Affairs Director, Spokane Association of REALTORS® Read the full report Client The Spokane… Read more

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CRE® Consulting Corps: Making a Difference in Rome, New York

“We were very fortunate to host the CRE advisors in Rome. They were impressed with the level of redevelopment of the Griffiss Business and Technology Park as well as the unfolding success of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative.  They provided valuable feedback and strategies that have helped us attract light industrial interest to the site as… Read more

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CRE® Consulting Corps: Making a Difference in Paradise, California

The team and stakeholders presented a webinar about the Consulting Corps work in Paradise. Click here for the webinar. Report: Rebuilding Paradise: Recommendations by the CRE® Consulting Corps In January 2022, the team presented to stakeholders a comprehensive plan of action as well as a critical path for implementation. Watch the briefing presented by the… Read more

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CRE Consulting Corps: Making a Difference at Naval Air Station Oceana

“To enable Naval Air Station Oceana management to focus on its core mission while enhancing uniform service members’ quality of life, the Navy approached The Counselors for its expertise in analyzing non-core activities, land and buildings, and to provide viable best-use options,” said Michel Couillard, CRE, chair of The Counselors of Real Estate. “The team… Read more

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CRE Consulting Corps: Making a Difference in Tucson

“After an intense week, the team brought a lot of perspective from their respective cities. I think it’s fantastic work. One of the best things that came out of this is the team framed the questions that we should be asking. That’s as advantageous to us as anything else.”  Randy Rogers Chief Executive Officer, Tucson… Read more

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