Put simply, real estate consultants are professionals who specialize in helping buyers and sellers make informed decisions about their real estate transactions. For example, they can help conduct a financial analysis for a particular property or assist with strategic planning when trying to build your portfolio.

Large consulting firms offer a wide range of services to help determine the value of a development project or real estate investment. They provide real estate consulting services to real estate investment trusts (REITs), other investors, lenders, business owners, and corporate real estate groups.

The property consultant's responsibilities include developing and sustaining good working relationships with legal counsel and other property consultants, inspecting properties with clients, and conducting surveys to obtain data. You should also be able to correctly inform clients of market conditions and trends.