Consulting Service

Market Analysis & Financial Feasibility

Rigorous data analysis from a developer currently pursuing an M.S. in Data Analytics at Johns Hopkins —where theory meets real-world application.

JHU

Data Analytics M.S.

$100M+

Projects Underwritten

254+

Units Analyzed

35+

Years Experience

Market Studies

Comprehensive market research to validate development concepts and inform strategic decisions.

LIHTC Market Studies

State HFA-compliant market studies for tax credit applications

Housing Needs Assessments

Community-wide housing demand analysis and gap identification

Demand Analysis

Quantify demand for specific product types in target markets

Competitive Analysis

Survey comparable properties and identify competitive positioning

Demographic Analysis

Population trends, income distribution, and household composition

Employment Analysis

Major employers, job growth, and economic drivers

Absorption Studies

Project lease-up velocity and stabilization timelines

Rent Comparability

Achievable rent analysis based on market comparables

Financial Feasibility

Rigorous financial analysis to determine project viability and optimize capital structures.

Pro Forma Development

Multi-year operating projections and financial modeling

Sources & Uses

Capital stack structuring and funding source identification

Return Analysis

IRR, cash-on-cash, equity multiple calculations

Sensitivity Analysis

Stress test assumptions across multiple scenarios

Development Budgets

Detailed hard and soft cost budgeting

Gap Financing Analysis

Identify and structure gap funding requirements

LIHTC Underwriting

Tax credit pricing and equity structuring

Waterfall Modeling

Distribution waterfalls and partnership structures

Housing Assessments

Comprehensive studies to help communities understand and address housing challenges.

Housing Needs Studies

Comprehensive analysis of housing supply gaps, affordability challenges, and community needs.

Affordability Analysis

Income-qualified demand analysis across AMI bands for affordable housing planning.

Senior Housing Studies

Demand analysis for independent living, assisted living, and memory care facilities.

Workforce Housing

Analysis of housing needs for essential workers and middle-income households.

Fair Housing Analysis

Analysis of Impediments (AI) and Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) studies.

Consolidated Planning

HUD-required Con Plans for CDBG, HOME, and ESG funding allocation.

Predevelopment Services

Critical analysis before you commit capital to validate your development concept.

Highest & Best Use

Determine the optimal development program for specific sites based on market and financial analysis.

Go/No-Go Analysis

Rapid assessment to determine if a project warrants further investment of time and capital.

Concept Testing

Validate development concepts against market demand before committing to design.

Unit Mix Optimization

Optimize bedroom mix, unit sizes, and amenities based on market demand.

Rent Setting Strategy

Market-based rent recommendations to maximize revenue and absorption.

Pipeline Analysis

Track planned and under-construction projects to assess future competition.

Our Clients

Developers

Affordable & market-rate

Investors

Tax credit syndicators

Municipalities

Cities & counties

Housing Authorities

PHAs & HAs

Nonprofits & CDCs

Community developers

Faith-Based

Churches with land

Healthcare

Senior housing sponsors

State HFAs

Housing finance agencies

Why Nash Group

Johns Hopkins Analytics

Currently pursuing M.S. in Data Analytics at Johns Hopkins - cutting-edge quantitative methods.

MHDC Board Experience

Vice Chairman of Missouri Housing Development Commission - we understand what state HFAs want to see.

Active Developer

Currently developing 254+ units - analysis grounded in real-world development experience.

Artemis Experience

Our President Arielle brings Artemis Real Estate Partners private equity underwriting experience.

Academic Rigor

UMKC Real Estate Center Director - teaches market analysis and development finance.

Two Generations

Father-daughter team combining 35+ years experience with institutional training.

Need Market Analysis?

From LIHTC market studies to financial feasibility, let's discuss how we can help you make better-informed decisions.

Contact Dr. Troy Nash directly:

tnash@thenashdevelopmentgroup.com | (816) 213-4461