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Real Estate & Construction
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Real Estate & Construction Expertise
A Trusted Perspective for Real Estate Assets and Construction Risk
Real estate and construction organizations operate in a market defined by high capital demands, fluctuating market conditions, regulatory complexity, and project execution risk.
Whether leaders in the real estate and construction industry are dealing with acquisitions and development activity or claims and dispute matters, they need a clear view of asset performance and financial exposure. They need advisors who understand the built environment and the business realities that influence investment and operating decisions.
Stout provides that perspective through industry-informed expertise in real estate valuation, development and construction risk prevention, capitalization and tax optimization, construction claims and dispute protection, and mergers & acquisitions solutions.
Our Services
We bring value to clients by mitigating risk and avoiding costs through an unbiased approach incorporating multiple service lines for a strong return on investment.
Valuation and Compliance
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Project Planning, Execution Oversight, and Risk Management
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Tax Optimization
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Claims, Disputes, and Litigation
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Planning, Preparation, and Execution for Mergers & Acquisitions
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Valuation and Compliance
We deliver rigorous valuation and compliance services that give clients confidence in the numbers that drive critical business and legal outcomes.
Real Estate Valuation
Real Estate Valuation
We provide high-quality, defensible valuations of real estate assets for financial reporting and corporate tax planning, litigation, and estate & gift tax reporting.
Learn MoreMachinery & Equipment Valuation
Machinery & Equipment Valuation
We provide reliable, accurate, and timely M&E valuations across numerous industries and asset types, including Energy & Power.
Learn MoreAccounting & Reporting Advisory
Accounting & Reporting Advisory
We help companies navigate complex accounting and reporting challenges with technical accounting expertise, financial reporting and risk advisory support, and public company and audit readiness services.
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Project Planning, Execution Oversight, and Risk Management
Whether a project is in the planning stage or mid-execution, we bring the financial and operational expertise needed to protect stakeholder interests, support project delivery, and mitigate risk.
Real Estate Development Advisory
Real Estate Development Advisory
We help identify challenges and mitigate risks at every stage of the development lifecycle through feasibility studies, investor-side representation, and project management.
Learn MoreConstruction Risk Advisory
Construction Risk Advisory
We identify and minimize financial risks associated with the design and construction of projects by assisting with cost control, financial contract compliance, and claims prevention.
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Tax Optimization
Strategic tax planning in real estate and construction can unlock significant cash flow. We help clients identify, quantify, and implement tax-saving opportunities.
Capitalization Advisory
Capitalization Advisory
We help clients increase cash flow, minimize income tax liability, and create greater visibility into their fixed asset records.
Learn MoreEmbedded Intangibles
Embedded Intangibles
We uncover tax-saving opportunities and reduce operating costs by identifying and quantifying non-taxable embedded intangibles separately.
Learn MoreEnergy & Power
Energy & Power
We assist clients with tax equity transactions, depreciation studies, sale-leasebacks, inverted leases, repowering, and other renewable energy-specific arrangements.
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Claims, Disputes, and Litigation
When events occur, projects go wrong, or disputes arise, our team provides the financial expertise and objective analysis needed to protect your position and pursue resolution.
Insurance Claim Solutions
Insurance Claim Solutions
We help navigate all aspects of the claims adjustment process and ensure fair and timely recovery.
Learn MoreProject Claims Prevention
Project Claims Prevention
We evaluate construction project accounting, controls, and financial management policies and procedures, and provide consulting advice associated with financial elements.
Learn MoreDispute Resolution
Dispute Resolution
We provide expert witness services and prepare expert reports and rebuttal reports.
Learn MoreReal Estate Disputes
Real Estate Disputes
We bring real-world valuation experience to help address property tax disputes, condemnation, zoning, and land use disputes, and more.
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Real Estate Property Tax
We have a significant track record of success in litigation settings for property disputes and property tax appeals.
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Planning, Preparation, & Execution for Mergers and Acquisitions
When business owners, private equity sponsors, and management teams face M&A, capital raise, or strategic alternative decisions, we provide the expertise to help you evaluate and act on your most important opportunities.
Investment Banking
Investment Banking
Our industry-focused bankers provide a full range of strategic alternatives and other financial advisory services.
Learn MoreTransaction Advisory
Transaction Advisory
We provide quality-of-earnings services for buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions within construction, real estate services, and more.
Learn MoreAccounting & Finance Strategic Support
Accounting & Finance Strategic Support
We bolster strategic finance and core accounting functions to maximize value at every stage of the M&A cycle.
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Who We Help
- Real Estate Developers, Owners, and Tenants: We support companies investing in and/or owning/leasing real estate - whether it be new construction, renovations, acquisition value-add, or leasehold improvements.
- Institutional Investors and REITs: We have experience with institutional real estate investors and fund managers, private equity firms, and public & private REITs.
- Corporate Controllers & Tax Directors: We assist tax executives through capitalization and fixed asset studies as well as embedded intangibles solutions.
- Family Offices & Estate Planning Advisors: We have worked with many of the wealthiest families and largest family-owned businesses in the United States.
- Construction Companies, General Contractors, and Subcontractors: We support clients across the entire life cycle of design and constructions projects using a phased approach that is customized to specific client needs.
Why Stout
- End-to-End Real Estate Expertise: Integrated advisory across development, construction, valuation, tax strategy, and disputes, supporting real estate investments across the entire Real Estate lifecycle.
- Independent Oversight That Protects Your Investment: Unbiased advocacy, rigorous due diligence, and detailed construction monitoring help keep projects on schedule, on budget, and aligned with investment objectives.
- Unlock Hidden Value in Capital Investments: Accelerate depreciation, identify embedded intangibles, and optimize capitalization strategies that can reclassify 10–40% of project costs to shorter recovery periods.
- Trusted by the World’s Leading Investors: 67% of the Top 100 private equity firms and 70% of Fortune 500 companies have partnered with Stout.
- Results on Complex, High-Stakes Projects: 30+ years of experience, a +90 Net Promoter Score, and more than $12B in supported claims recoveries for clients.
What Our Clients Say
(Stout is) always VERY responsive. Our experience with other engagements using (other companies) has been more expensive, took too long, and provided an inadequate product in many instances.”
– Director of Accounting for a healthcare REIT
(The Stout professional) was easy to work with, informative with their explanations concerning the appraisal, a good listener, and very open to suggestions for the appraisal.”
– Partner at a law firm
We had 9 different locations to value. (Stout) did a great job coordinating the work and making sure we had everything we requested as we worked our way through the tax tribunal process.”
– Partner at a law firm
(The Stout professionals) are extremely good communicators. (We) were new to firm valuation with a potential purchase, and they did a wonderful job explaining options, what information was needed, and the process overall. I absolutely would recommend Stout.”
– Principal of a planning, architectural, and construction administration services company
Contact our experts to find out how we can help you with your specific needs.
