We want to live in a place filled with possibility.
We Will Change the Commercial Real Estate Experience
Commercial real estate is complex, expensive, and often fragmented. Too often, clients are asked to navigate that complexity without the knowledge or transparency needed to make confident decisions.
Tipping Point takes a different approach. We bring the moving pieces together, simplify the process, and empower our clients, partners, and communities with the information they need for long-term success.
Why?
Traditional development often focuses on simply “getting the deal done.” We focus on creating a clear, collaborative process that keeps everyone informed, invested, and confident from vision through execution.
Four values, no exceptions.
They are not posters on a wall. They decide how every project gets run.
Teach.
We have the heart of teachers and education is our most powerful tool throughout the development process. Our philosophy – if we empower our clients to understand each phase of the project, this will result in making the best decisions for long-term success.
Truth.
Honesty is the cornerstone of our company. We are authentic and trustworthy partners that create meticulous development plans that include clear timelines, project milestones and financial projections. We aren’t afraid to communicate challenges and realities any project will inevitably experience, as this is the first step in jointly finding a solution.
Transparency.
The best ideas come from collaboration and the free exchange of information. Throughout the real estate development process, written documentation and graphics of the project are available for review, as we believe accessibility inspires confidence and accountability for all involved.
Transform.
Innovation does not occur in a vacuum. By thinking big and leveraging all available resources, we unlock hidden potential that may seem impossible to most. We partner with community leaders, business owners, and residents to establish a development plan that promotes sustainable economic growth. It only takes one project to catalyze the revitalization of an entire neighborhood…
We do things differently.
Tipping point is dedicated to changing the landscape of real estate development by leading each project with unwavering integrity, which we know is a refreshingly different experience in commercial real estate.
Our principles are woven into the fabric of our customer experience and project process. We believe high-impact, transformational commercial real estate projects are only possible by establishing trust among all stakeholders.
The team behind the change.
Small by design, every project gets a principal, not a handoff.
Jim Ambrose
Jim’s diverse professional background has served him well in all areas of life, as he is truly passionate about making connections and bridging gaps, not only between different industries, but also between people from different walks of life. He’s highly effective in executive leadership and strategic planning with extensive experience pioneering modern business methodologies and principles. A collaborator and relationship builder by nature, Jim’s dynamic yet approachable personality allows him to effectively communicate and uplift others. Jim leverages a unique mix of strategic and analytical expertise, consistently exceeding performance goals by aligning talents and budget realities with organizational objectives.
Grace Elash
A creative at work, as well as at heart, Grace excels at finding harmony in the disparate and giving abstract ideas a narrative structure. Her diverse set of skills in creative writing, integrated marketing communications, and graphic design enable her to convey these narratives through a variety of mediums, tailoring each message to effectively reach its audience. Grace’s belief that even the most serious stories should be engaging and accessible in their delivery motivates her to give a dynamic voice to every project she works on.
How a project actually moves.
Four steps, in order, on every engagement.
Research.
We immerse ourselves into your neighborhood to understand the economic and political landscapes, as well as what the community truly would like to work towards. The documentation of a community’s aspirations of a better future, coupled with the demographical and market challenges, will always lead to untapped potential for your project. We collaborate with you to maximize every opportunity for your building to reach its highest potential.
Diligence.
While authoring your project plan, we always work with you to bring in the best professionals to address the realities of your property. These are things like building codes, soil conditions, stormwater, hazardous materials, structural issues, etc. The investment in this step will help avoid unwanted surprises in the future. Lack of detailed information in the earliest stages of the project will lead to “change orders,” which can really disrupt your desired financial projections.
Filling the gaps.
We author several financial scenarios to determine how to best move the project forward, which factors in what we discover during the technical diligence process. Additional funding may be required beyond private capital investments to complete your project. Our team will explore public incentives available at federal, state and municipal level to fill any financial gaps that are identified. In some cases, it may not make sense to move a project forward without establishing a public / private partnership, and which we will help you negotiate.
Following through.
After the financial plan and funding sources are finalized, it is time to execute the project. Most investors prefer to have us remain on board throughout the design and construction process so that we can adjust the development plan and financial projections to account for any unexpected financial hurdles that may emerge. If necessary, we will pursue additional funding sources to ensure the project is completed. As a team we will remain nimble and ready to solve problems that inevitably occur.
Company culture.
Five rules we hold each other to.
- Do everything with authenticity
- Find the good in everything, everyone, and every situation
- Overcome negativity through meaningful action
- Question everything, find the absolute truth
- Recognition is earned through measurable results
The proof that possibility works.
We don’t measure transformation in square footage. It’s about jobs created, voices heard, and momentum sparked. This is the story of what happens when a community leads — and a developer listens.
$500MM
Of capital allocated to real estate projects.100%
Success rate in securing private lenders / capital toward projects.75+
Projects completed by partners.9
states with completed projects.$62M
secured in economic development initiative for projects in the last 12 months.Have a Community Ready to Lead?
Tell us about your block, your building, or your big idea. We’ll listen first.