In order to provide real estate development, management and accounting services in an already competitive market place, it is often the key management members and other employees which differentiate one provider from the next. Branca Properties, Inc. forms distinct management teams to provide value-added services to the landlords, tenants and all other involved parties. From this team concept, we are able to provide essential services from experienced individuals capable of addressing even the most complex of issues in the commercial real estate environment. Here are some brief descriptions of each service-oriented team at Branca Properties, Inc.: Acquisition and Development Team Each development project is unique and even the most-seasoned developer encounters challenges with each project. We have over 60 years of experience in developing property in the Meadowlands area of northern New Jersey and have drawn upon this expertise to develop all types of commercial properties throughout the United States and Canada. The Acquisition and Development team perform, among other services: • Site evaluations, • Assessments of the standard and unique challenges in developing each property broken down into two essential factors; time and cost to complete, • All communications with architects and site development experts, local officials, environmental regulators, and all other governmental agencies, • Obtaining all permits necessary to develop and build upon the site, and • Assist in the selection of a general contractor, if appropriate. For more information on Acquisition and Development, please contact Christopher Branca at 201-438-4994.   Leasing Team Tenants are the life-blood of any Landlord. Our Property Management and Leasing Team diligently work to obtain and retain the best commercial tenants. With licensed real estate brokers and in-house counsel on this team, we can react quickly to prospective tenants while conducting responsible analyses for the Landlords. Once tenancy is established, this team continues to build upon these relationships by fielding tenant concerns on any matter. This team is responsible for: • Negotiating all lease terms while in constant communication with the Landlord, • Preparing all leases and lease summaries to memorialize the transactions, • Cooperation with outside real estate brokers on initial leases, relocations, and renewals, • Researching market trends and establishing marketing packages, and • Supervision and communication with the Facilities Management and Accounting Teams to address existing or potential Tenant and Landlord concerns. For more information on Leasing, please contact Derrick Leikness or Linda Ruda at 201-438-4994.   Facilities Management and ConstructionTeam Quality buildings and 100% occupied spaces stay that way with responsive facilities managers. The Facilities Management team is responsible for maintaining an aesthetically pleasing property, inside and out. They: • Carry out all Landlord repair and maintenance responsibilities, • Assess and award bid contracts for each maintenance service provided at the property, • Handle all tenant improvements, upgrades, or expansion projects, • Perform preventative maintenance inspections, • Inspect all safety mechanisms within the building, and • Investigate energy conservation and environmentally safe operations at all locations. For more information on Facilities Management and Construction, please contact Christopher Branca or  Linda Ruda at 201-438-4994.   Accounting and FinanceTeam For a lease to produce the benefits anticipated by the Landlord and the Property Management & Leasing Team, the Accounting Team must quantify the lease terms into rents, operating cost reimbursements and compliance with benchmark dates. The Consulting Team, among other duties: • Generates, reconciles, and collects all tenant charges accounts, • Pays all service contracts as approved by the Facilities Management Team, • Analyzes and communicates financial performance to the Landlord on a monthly basis, • Offers consulting services to outside management companies, Tenants, and Landlords on everything from operating cost reimbursements to comparable lease analyses, • Prepares financial analyses for the Acquisition and Development Teams, and • Obtains financing for acquisitions and conducts all refinancing efforts. For more information on Accounting and Finance, please contact Derrick Leikness or Deolinda Acabou-Ramirez at 201-438-4994.   Administrative Support Team A network of valued individuals keeps all of the above teams functioning by giving them the administrative support necessary to accomplish their goals. Often supporting multiple team members, the Administrative Support team is key in routing information to its appropriate destination. They are at the forefront of : • Tenant concerns and satisfaction activities, • Office operations and resource management, • Assistance in collecting and distributing marketing information, and • Ensuring proper documentation of all teams activities. Feel free to contact us about our qualifications and if we can be of assistance on your next real estate endeavor.
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