About Complex Property Analytics
Expert regulatory affairs and property tax advisory services for complex infrastructure assets.
Three pillars underpin the CPX Analytics business
1. An ambassador for fair and equitable complex property tax assessment and allowable regulated rates
CPX Analytics client base is diverse and expands across the entire complex property spectrum, including key client groups: asset owners, asset/fund managers, asset providers, and asset occupiers. CPX Analytics also engages closely with trade organizations, government bodies and agencies, and the academic community.
- Complete representation during the property tax process, through renditions, valuations, appeals, and tax statement verifications.
- Assistance with determination of cost of capital, class cost of service, and rate design for regulated industries.
- Focus is on the electric, natural gas, pipeline, railroad, communications, and other network industries.
2. A strategic tax planning platform for complex property
- Collaboration with state and local finance experts and trade bodies in advocating for fair tax rates.
- Assessment of potential property tax liability considerations for both greenfield projects and operating projects.
3. Leading analytical service for complex property investments
Delivery of insightful research and strategic analysis to asset owners, asset managers, and asset users.
Provision of objective analysis by applying artificial intelligence and machine learning to tabular data to streamline workflows and increase accuracy.
i. Research Assignments
While our research mandate is wide, the focus is on property tax analysis and ancillary matters in complex property investment. The sector analysis provides an overview of market trends and drivers, and cyclical profiles across various complex property sectors.
ii. Strategic Investment Analysis
The scope of analytical work incorporates a broad spectrum, including advisory on:
- Optimal site selection and utilization of business incentives.
- Maximization of statutory property tax exemptions and abatements.
- Cost minimization through identification of idle and underutilized assets.
The analysis can be conducted at the asset portfolio level or at the unit/operating entity level.
