CDCS Inc. Information
About The Company
Commercials Development Consulting Services was formed to assist independent businesses successfully develop and construct their own commercial properties. Commercial Development Consulting Services has a proven objective in mind for its clients. This objective is to keep development cost low while not sacrificing quality.
We base our business philosophy on three basic concepts, blending creative ideas and accurate information, with practical alternatives. The completion of new construction or renovation within the constraints of each client's needs is our goal.
Commercial Development Consulting Services provides valuable development experiences without adding excessive developer profit and overhead. Commercial Development Consulting Services can assist independent companies with all aspects of development, and looks forward to serving your business needs.
Services Provided
1Site Search
- Research possible site locations for new building
- Examine possible sites for development potential
- Research zoning and local code issues related to sites
- Review City or County expectations regarding site specific development
- Assist negotiation concerning sites selected by providing recent market comparables and current market information
2Financing
- Research all possible financing avenues
- Investigate Small Business Association financing
- Review conventional loan packages
- Prepare loan packages
- Arrange for construction financing and permit financing
3Property Acquisition
- Perform total due diligence ranging from research and negotiation of easement, flood, toxic, wetlands, assessment, zoning and fee issues
- Prepare financial analysis and related proformas
- Research I.R.C. §1031 trade issues
- Participate in purchase negotiations
- Discuss development plans and goals with principals
4Land Development
- Assist in preparation and review of CC&R's, cross maintenance, and easement agreements
- Monitor annexation, zoning, easement and parcelization issues
- Process parcelization and negotiate and review subdivision and development agreements
- Project master planning of land and building site layouts
5Construction
- Critique building plans
- Assist in preparation of construction budget
- Close financing and monitor funding
- Maintain partnership relations
- Push marketing and leasing
6Leasing & Property Sale
- Monitor performance of listing agents
- Provide quotes and prepare leases, addendums, and amendments
- Negotiate and document extras
- Maintain tenant relations/coordinate with property management department
- Research long term financing possibilities
- Establish marketing plan for property sales
Executive Profile
Steven M. Scherner
225 Crossroads Blvd., Suite 440
Carmel, CA 93923
(831) 656-9160
Summary of Achievements
- Proven track record in commercial real estate industry for over 30 years.
- Entrepreneur: Formed Commercial Development Consulting Services in 1991.
Professional Experience
President / Owner
Commercial Development Consulting Services, Inc.
255 Crossroads Blvd. Suite # 440, Carmel, CA
(August 1991 to present)
- Financial underwriter for all projects.
- Development director.
- Marketing and business development.
- Arbitrator for special projects and developments.
Sales & Leasing Consultant
Grubb & Ellis Commercial Real Estate, Walnut Creek, CA
(Feb. 1989 to August 1991)
Leasing Agent
Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Real Estate, Napa, CA
(Nov. 1986 to Feb. 1989)
Education & Organizations
California State University - Sacramento, California
Majored: Real Estate Majored. Marketing
Organizations: Native Sons of the Golden West, Boy Scouts of America
Achievements: Boy Scouts of America, Eagle Scout
Completed Projects
User/Owner | Total Value | Total Sq.Ft. | Date |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Ray Cobb, President T.M. COBB CORPORATION Irvine, California (Sale) | $ 1,987,900 | 51,000 sq. ft. | 2-28-94 |
Mr. Ron Elvidge, President INCOME PROPERTY SERVICES 4950 & 4900 Fulton Dr. (Purchase) | $ 1,987,900 | 81,500 sq. ft. | 4-04-94 |
Mr. Harry Marquez, President DEPENDABLE PLASTICS CO. 4900 Fulton Dr. (Purchase) | $ 1,646,500 | 51,000 sq. ft. | 6-15-95 |
CDCS INC. 9321 West Cordelia Rd. (BTS Investment) Cordelia, California | TBD | 240,500 sq. ft. | 2014 to Present |
References and portfolio of completed projects available upon request.