Protecting and Growing Wealth Through Comprehensive Real Estate Solutions

EXPERT GUIDANCE EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

Paladin Real Estate Investment and Advisory Firm is a Chicago-based real estate investment and advisory firm founded in July 2001 by John Scuras. With over 30 years of experience in the real estate industry, we specialize in guiding institutional investors, family offices, and developers through the complexities of commercial real estate. Our expertise helps clients navigate intricate investment strategies and maximize returns.

Our comprehensive services include:

• Asset Valuation and Portfolio Analysis: In-depth evaluations to maximize the value and performance of your real estate assets.

• Development and Investment Opportunities: Identification and execution of high-return development projects, ensuring alignment with your financial goals.

• Acquisition and Divestiture of Real Estate Assets: Offering full-cycle support from valuation to transaction closure, ensuring seamless and profitable outcomes.

• Strategic Zoning and Opportunity Zones: Expertise in zoning changes, Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (E-TOD), and Opportunity Zones to unlock the full potential of your assets.

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Government Program Expertise:
We leverage our deep understanding of government programs to help clients capitalize on available incentives, driving profitability and strategic growth. Our areas of expertise include:

• TIF (Tax Increment Financing): Facilitating financing for redevelopment and infrastructure improvements.

• Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) & E-TOD: Maximizing the value of transit-adjacent properties through TOD strategies.

• Low-Income and Workforce Housing Funding: Guiding clients through financing low-income and workforce housing projects using grants, tax credits, and other public funding.

• Energy Incentives: Securing energy-related tax credits and rebates for sustainable development.

• Broker Opinions of Valuation (BOV): Providing accurate, expert valuations for strategic decision-making.

• Leasing Expertise: Comprehensive leasing services, including tenant sourcing and lease negotiations to maximize asset performance.

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Strategic Partnerships for Specialized Services:
For certain services requiring highly specialized expertise, we collaborate with trusted partner firms to ensure optimal outcomes. This approach allows us to provide the highest level of service for complex projects while leveraging industry-leading knowledge. These services include:

• 1031 Investments: Structuring 1031 exchanges to defer capital gains taxes while reinvesting in like-kind properties. For more complex transactions, we work with specialized firms to ensure flawless execution.

• Section 170 Donations: Optimizing tax benefits through charitable donations of property under IRS Section 170. For intricate transactions, we collaborate with experts in charitable giving.

• Cost Segregation: Enhancing cash flow through accelerated depreciation with expert cost segregation studies. For complex cases, we partner with experienced specialists.

• Public Adjustment Services: Helping clients recover maximum settlements for property damage through effective insurance claim management. For intricate claims, we engage trusted public adjusters.

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Layered Financial Solutions:
We specialize in developing sophisticated, layered financial strategies that optimize returns through a combination of tools and incentives. Our solutions include:

• Historic Tax Credits (HTC): Unlocking value for qualifying historic properties through federal and state tax credits.

• New Market Tax Credits (NMTC): Securing NMTC to support investments in economically disadvantaged communities.

• Workforce Housing: Structuring and financing affordable housing developments using tools like HTC and NMTC to enhance project viability.

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Certified Business Broker
As a certified business broker in the City of Chicago, we assist clients in buying, selling, and valuing businesses, particularly those with a real estate component, ensuring optimal transaction results.

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Zoning Analysis and Strategy Development
Our expertise in zoning regulations and strategy development allows clients to navigate complex legal frameworks while maximizing value-adding opportunities for their properties.

Acquisition and Divestiture Services
We provide full-service support for both the acquisition and divestiture of real estate assets, ensuring smooth, profitable transactions from valuation to post-closing.

Fortune 100 Leadership Development Experience
Over 30 years, we've helped develop leaders and elite sales teams at Fortune 100 companies, including Baxter, Eli Lilly/Elanco, Motorola, Cardinal Health, Rockwell Collins, and BF Goodrich. This experience gives us a unique understanding of high-level strategic decision-making and negotiation, which we apply to all client engagements.

What Sets Us Apart?

• Trusted Advisors: We act as your strategic partner, managing relationships and engaging top-tier partners to deliver exceptional real estate solutions.

• Market Intelligence: By continuously monitoring market trends, funding environments, and political landscapes, we ensure our clients remain ahead of emerging opportunities.

• Tailored Solutions: Whether you’re an institutional investor, family office, or developer, our solutions are designed to meet your specific financial and strategic goals with precision.