Services
Relocation Consulting
End-to-End Management for Legally Compliant, Cost-Controlled, and On-Schedule Redevelopment Moves
At Equally Crafted Management (ECM), we help property owners, developers, and asset managers complete relocations efficiently and legally, without draining in-house resources or jeopardizing timelines
Our relocation consulting services are built to protect your investment, reduce operational costs, and keep projects compliant with URA, HUD, and local regulations.
Whether you’re redeveloping a multifamily asset, repositioning a portfolio, or managing affordable housing, ECM provides the structure, documentation, and logistics oversight that make relocation predictable and profitable.
With over 20 years of experience, we manage every detail so you can stay focused on NOI and asset performance.
Problems We Solve
Legal and Compliance Risk
Avoid lawsuits, funding delays, and violations by ensuring every move meets URA, HUD, and local regulatory requirements.
Cost Overruns and Inefficiency
Save 30–40% over in-house management by preventing errors, delays, and operational strain.
Timeline Disruptions
Protect your construction schedule with professional communication, move-out coordination, and tracking systems.
Resident Resistance and PR Risk
Our structured outreach reduces complaints and community backlash, allowing faster site access and smoother transitions.
Operational Bottlenecks
We handle compliance-heavy, tenant-facing tasks so property and asset managers can focus on revenue-generating operations.
Who We Are
Equally Crafted Management (ECM) bridges consulting precision with executional control. We’re a relocation and resident services partner built on one principle: asset protection through compliance and process discipline.
Our team combines the analytical rigor of consultants with the real-world experience of project managers who understand redevelopment from the ground up. We partner with owners, developers, and government agencies to move people and projects forward — legally, efficiently, and profitably.
At ECM, we protect assets, preserve relationships, and deliver predictable results through structured processes, clear communication, and a deep respect for the communities we serve.
Why Use ECM Consulting Services
Choosing ECM means gaining a strategic partner who understands the intersection of Asset Management, legal Compliance and NOI. Our team consults, plans, and executes with the precision of operators and the foresight of advisors.
- Compliance-First Approach: Every ECM plan is structured to meet URA, HUD, and local requirements from day one. We anticipate compliance issues before they surface, preventing costly violations, legal exposure, and schedule delays
- Cost Efficiency through Expertise: Our experience across hundreds of relocations allows us to identify inefficiencies early and streamline execution. Clients save time, reduce overhead, and avoid the expensive pitfalls of fragmented in-house management
- Owner and Developer Alignment: We operate from an ownership perspective. Our consulting process protects your project timeline, NOI, and timelines while ensuring residents are treated fairly and legally
- Community Sensitivity with Structure: Relocations can be tense and emotional. Our consultants bring empathy without sacrificing structure—balancing resident trust with project progress
- Peace of Mind Through Process: We’ve built systems that turn chaos into control. From documentation to communication, our processes create predictability, transparency, and defensible compliance at every step.
Our Key Services
Relocation Management
Legally compliant, structured, and cost-effective relocation for redevelopment and repositioning projects.
Here’s what we do:
Conduct URA, HUD, and local compliance reviews and documentation
Perform tenant eligibility and benefit calculations
Manage logistics, scheduling, and move coordination
Oversee communication plans and multilingual outreach
Arrange temporary and permanent housing solutions
Maintain records, audits, and regulatory reporting
Resident Services
Outsourced compliance and recertification support that stabilizes occupancy, preserves funding eligibility, and reduces administrative burden.
Here’s what we do:
Conduct annual income verification and recertification
Manage communication with residents on rent, eligibility, and program requirements
Track HUD compliance and generate required reports
Operate resident support lines and manage cases
Identify risk trends through data analysis and reporting
Let’s Build Your Plan
From large-scale redevelopment to affordable housing operations, ECM partners with owners, developers, and property managers to create relocation and resident service plans that work in the real world. Our relocation advisory services bring structure, documentation, and hands-on support to every phase, helping you move people and projects forward compliantly, efficiently, and with care.
Contact our team to schedule a consultation and learn how ECM can help you protect your assets, meet your obligations, and keep your timeline on track.
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1. How do I move tenants out legally for redevelopment?
Tenant relocation during redevelopment must comply with the Uniform Relocation Act (URA) and applicable local housing ordinances.
ECM handles this process end to end — from assessments and communication to move coordination — ensuring that every step meets federal and local legal standards. This protects owners from lawsuits, delays, and financial exposure while allowing redevelopment to stay on schedule.
2. What are the rules for relocating tenants during construction?
Rules vary by jurisdiction, but most require advance notice, temporary or permanent housing options, and documented communication with each resident.
ECM builds a customized relocation plan that aligns with both federal URA standards and local requirements. Our compliance-first approach eliminates guesswork and ensures your project remains fully fundable and audit-ready.
3. How can I avoid lawsuits when redeveloping a rent-controlled or subsidized property?
Lawsuits typically arise when relocation or compensation requirements are mishandled.
ECM’s legal-compliance systems calculate benefits and document every step to prevent disputes. Our structured processes reduce risk while keeping both owners and residents protected under current law.
4. Who handles tenant relocation for large multifamily projects?
ECM does. Our team manages every phase of multifamily relocation—from planning and compliance review to resident communication, move coordination, and documentation. We serve as the single point of contact between developers, residents, and housing agencies, ensuring the process is structured, transparent, and fully compliant.
Whether your project involves occupied rehab, phased construction, or full redevelopment, ECM keeps residents supported, timelines protected, and ownership interests safeguarded.
5. Can I evict tenants if I’m redeveloping my property?
Eviction is rarely the compliant route. In most cases, relocation assistance — not eviction — is required.
ECM designs plans that satisfy legal requirements while allowing owners to proceed with redevelopment efficiently and without reputational damage.
6. What is a URA relocation plan, and do I need one?
A URA relocation plan outlines how displaced tenants will be supported — including timelines, benefits, and documentation.
If your project involves federal or local funding, a URA plan is mandatory.
7. How can I reduce negative press or community backlash during redevelopment?
Transparency and empathy are key.
ECM manages all communications with professionalism and respect, ensuring residents are informed and supported. This reduces PR risk and positions the property owner as a responsible community
8. How do I protect my asset during redevelopment or major repairs?
Protecting the asset means more than just maintaining the building — it’s about preserving, timelines, occupancy (once the project is complete)and reputation. ECM safeguards your investment by managing compliance, tenant communication, and documentation with precision. Our team monitors every resident interaction and regulatory requirement, catching issues before they become costly delays or legal risks. The result is a project that stays compliant and on track from start to finish.
9. What’s the difference between corporate relocation services and relocation consulting?
Corporate relocation services typically focus on moving employees between offices or states. ECM’s relocation consulting addresses a broader challenge—helping developers, owners, and property managers relocate entire buildings and/or corporate headquarters while maintaining compliance with URA and local regulations.
10. What’s included in ECM’s corporate relocation services?
Our corporate relocation services cover every phase of large-scale office and workforce transitions. We handle planning, logistics coordination, regulatory compliance, communication strategy, and move execution—ensuring your relocation is efficient, documented, and disruption-free.
11. Does ECM handle global mobility or international relocations?
Our work centers on domestic, compliance-based relocations in the U.S. Unlike global mobility firms that manage international employee moves, ECM helps clients meet federal, state, and local requirements during redevelopment and community transitions.
12. What makes ECM an industry leader in relocation management?
ECM leads the industry through its two-pronged expertise in Relocation Management and Resident Services, delivering a seamless, end-to-end solution. This integrated model ensures legal compliance, on-time project delivery, and protected NOI during redevelopment. Beyond the move itself, ECM’s resident services help reduce turnover, stabilize occupancy, and maintain ongoing compliance. By combining consultative strategy with operational execution, ECM relieves property teams of administrative strain—whether managing relocation logistics or handling annual resident recertification for ongoing rental assistance and housing eligibility. The result is a single, accountable partner that supports both project success and long-term asset performance.
13. How is ECM’s consulting approach different from other relocation companies?
Traditional relocation companies manage logistics. ECM designs the full compliance process- from documentation and communication plans to legal coordination and reporting. We work as partners to property owners and developers, not just as vendors.
14. Can ECM support group moves or phased relocations?
Yes. We design and manage group relocations and phased move-outs for multifamily properties, redevelopment projects, and community transitions. Our approach minimizes disruption and ensures compliance every step of the way.
Let’s talk.
Need expert Relocation Management or Community Support Services? Contact us today to discover how our tailored solutions can support your goals.
