Consulting & Valuation - Miami - Overview

HVS Consulting & Valuation Services has one of the most experienced professional staffs, an impeccable worldwide reputation and the highest level of credibility. Thus, hotel projects attract immediate attention when accompanied by an HVS consulting report.

THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY'S CHALLENGE

Hotel owners and potential owners must be able to act and plan with confidence when investing in hotel real estate. That can be accomplished only with full knowledge of the real value of the property in question.

They also face the vagaries of a changing market 365 days each year. Doing so without support from experts who understand all the nuances of the hospitality industry could lead to financial disaster.

There is so much knowledge needed to ascertain whether a hotel should be built, bought or sold, and once in operation, how to keep it running smoothly and profitably. Changing markets and variances in neighborhood and real estate values can cause fluctuations in how a hotel is valued. The most up-to-date and precise information is necessary at all times.

THE HVS CLIENT

Our valuation and consulting services are driven by the needs of our clients. Those who come to HVS want information that is highly regarded and accepted by leading lenders, investors, operators and other interested parties. We stand alone in our support for investors and operators who are new to this marketplace, as well as to those who have vast experience in hospitality.

The unique needs of each client are met because we structure our assignments in order to meet your timing needs and all of your other requirements.

Adapting a hotel to changing needs, while at the same time planning for the cyclical nature of the hotel industry, requires having experts on your team who can lead the way in good times, as well as guide you through the difficult periods.

If you need the highest level of credibility from a professional staff that has more experience than any other in the industry, turn to HVS Consulting & Valuation Services.

THE HVS SOLUTION

HVS International was founded in 1980 to satisfy the demand for strong consultation services and valuation needs. Over the years, the scope of our professional services has expanded to include a wide range of consulting activities.

With a staff of more than 150 professionals, HVS has provided valuation services for more than 10,000 hotels in all 50 states and 60 countries.

Our database of hotel information, combined with broad insight and extensive experience, enables HVS Consulting & Valuation Services to produce well-documented appraisal reports that contain fully supported value conclusions.

Our consultants and appraisers understand the hotel business. Most have degrees in hotel management from top hotel schools, and each has actual hotel operating experience. Our staff has extensive training in real estate and valuation techniques.

THE HVS TOOLS

HVS specializes in the valuation of accommodation facilities and has evaluated thousands of lodging properties of all sizes throughout the world. Our database of hotel investment information, which is the largest in the world, includes information on virtually every major hotel transaction that has taken place in the United States during the past 15 years. We also have a large database of information on international transactions.

HVS Valuation Services has access to thousands of management agreements, franchise contracts, leases, mortgages and other related financial documents. Our databases allow the HVS team to provide thorough documentation for our conclusions.

Our specialized valuation services include:

Real estate tax assessment appeals and expert court testimony at certiorari proceedings
Valuation prior to flotation or public offering of shares
Appraisals for condemnation proceedings and related court testimony
Expert valuation testimony for foreclosure and bankruptcy proceedings
Estate, gift tax and partnership appraisals
Quantification of damages from a loss in value
Purchase price allocations among real estate, personal property, and intangibles to establish property tax basis and accounting records
Valuations of hotel management and franchise companies
Valuations of related hospitality facilities, including restaurants, casinos, timeshares and ski resorts

Because of our professionalism and worldwide reputation for credibility, excellence and thoroughness, our valuation reports hold up under scrutiny and achieve their intended results.

We have a database of information along with broad insight and extensive experience that enables us to produce well-documented consulting reports that contain fully supported recommendations and conclusions.

The staff of HVS Consulting Services continuously monitors every major hotel market and tracks the latest economic trends. The writings, teachings and innovative research at HVS demonstrate our internationally acknowledged expertise. We have published more than 300 articles in leading hotel journals and periodicals.

Our services include:

Feasibility studies on income and/or return on investment
Valuations; market value estimates; investment value estimates; and fractional interest valuations
Development consulting and project management
Market audits and promotional strategies
Litigation support and expert testimony
Physical asset assessment
Management contract analysis and negotiation
Operator selection and management company search
Franchise evaluation and selection
Financial damages estimates
Sales and marketing package preparation
Lease reviews and negotiations
Strategic advice and company restructuring