Bringing over 15 years of experience to Silver Fern, as Land Development Manager John directs daily operations during the construction process of land development. He works closely with the clients on a daily basis, consulting on project drawings and dry utility coordination, providing complete project estimating and schedules, and managing budgets. Prior to joining Silver […]
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Zahra Layani, Office Manager
Joining Silver Fern in the beginning of 2013, Zahra provides our clients and staff with the support and assistance required to keep things running smoothly and efficiently. She designs and implements office policies and procedures, ensures security and confidentiality of data and handles any client inquiries. Prior to Silver Fern, she spent many years at […]
Development Financing
Under our affiliate, Silver Fern Capital, we can provide up to 100% development financing (not including land), guarantee the cost and completion of lots and keep the lot development costs off the homebuilder’s balance sheet. Through Silver Fern Capital, we can bridge the gap to improve parcels of land into finished lots without use of […]
Construction Management
Whether providing construction management services under a guaranteed budget or the standard Construction Management/Owner relationship, we keep the construction process running smoothly by managing the daily schedule, working with inspectors, and troubleshooting issues. Our services include: Developing an integrated critical path schedule. Research the inspection process from procurement of permits, proper inspection requests, jurisdiction specifications, […]
Preconstruction and Contract Administration
We ensure that when it is time to develop your project, there are no surprises; whether financial, construction or project scheduling. We manage all project quality, cost control, and subcontractor coordination, which allows you to focus on your business. Silver Fern Companies can negotiate, review, and generate contracts between client, professionals, utility providers, and subcontractors. […]
Budget Preparation
With many years of preparing and maintaining budget guidelines for a variety of projects, we coordinate with the civil engineer and jurisdiction to address approvals of project plans, identify incomplete work in order to obtain jurisdictional acceptances, prepare a cost to complete budget for remaining improvements, and prepare a cost-to-date budget for completed improvements prior […]
Document Storage
We have the capability to store project files at secure data centers in multiple locations to ensure reliability, maintain the integrity of the client’s data, and address the unique and specific need of the real estate industry. Satisfying Fiduciary and reporting requirements, our document storage system keeps your digital project files organized and easily searchable. […]
Underwriting/Due Diligence
We analyze developments in all stages and perform due diligence to help potential buyers make crucial preservation and disposition decisions. This includes: Review all documents including Seller and Homeowners Association agreements, for funding obligations, encumbrances, compliance and restrictions. Review and/or coordinate project-specific conditional reports and title report for issues. Analyze impact fee, community facility and/or […]
Andrea Alegria, Operations Manager
As Operations Manager, Andrea is integral in keeping Silver Fern running smoothly. She coordinates, manages and monitors the workings of various departments in the organization and improves our internal processes to better serve, you, our clients. Andrea began her career with Silver Fern Companies in March 2005. She previously served as the Land Development Manager, […]
Kevin Rust, Director of Land Development
Kevin has 13 years of land development experience, having worked previously at Meritage Homes and Richmond American Homes. A Valley resident for over 35 years, Kevin brings with him a wealth of land development knowledge. As Director of Land Development, his primary roles include due diligence and entitlements, focusing more on the initial phases of […]
