Brett Kabler
Wichita
Summary
Analyst with expertise in market analysis, data interpretation, and economic forecasting. Conducted comprehensive market studies and rent comparability studies on tight deadlines while ensuring regulatory compliance. Proven ability to deliver actionable insights that drive business decisions and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Analyst
Gill Group, Inc.
Dexter
03.2024 - Current
- Led development of comprehensive market studies for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and subsidized affordable housing, delivering critical insights on site feasibility, demand analysis, and competitive positioning.
- Rent Comparability Studies (RCS): Execute detailed Rent Comparability Studies (RCS) in strict accordance with HUD Chapter 9 guidelines, establishing market-supported rent levels for Section 8 project-based contract renewals.
- Analyzed regional economic indicators, including employment trends, household income distributions, and demographic shifts, to forecast housing demand and absorption rates, informing strategic planning.
- Ensured compliance of all reports with underwriting requirements of state housing finance agencies (HFAs), lenders, and private developers, maintaining high standards and facilitating project approvals.
- Field Research & Mapping: Conduct primary field research and utilize GIS tools to evaluate neighborhood amenities, transit accessibility, and the quality of comparable properties.
- Strategic Advisory: Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to optimize unit mixes, utility allowances, and amenity packages based on nuanced market findings.
Market Analyst
Novogradac & Company
Kansas City
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Conducted comprehensive market analysis for Government Consulting and Valuation Advisory (GoVal) group, evaluating demographic shifts, employment trends, and median income data to assess demand for affordable housing.
- LIHTC Feasibility Studies: Analyze proposed multifamily developments by quantifying excluded properties, identifying primary market area (PMA) boundaries, and evaluating site-specific characteristics such as proximity to amenities and transit.
- Technical Data Synthesis: Leverage advanced Excel skills and GIS tools to transform raw demographic and economic data into structured tables and narrative-driven reports for developers, lenders, and investors.
- Collaborated with senior analysts and managers to refine site recommendations, utility allowances, and unit mix strategies based on field findings and competitive property surveys.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Analytics
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-2022
Skills
- Market analysis and feasibility
- Statistical analysis
- Data interpretation and report building
- Economic forecasting
- High-volume management
Timeline
Analyst
Gill Group, Inc.
03.2024 - Current
Market Analyst
Novogradac & Company
05.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Analytics
University of Kansas