Advisory & Consulting

Smart decisions start here.

Strategic Guidance
for Real Estate Success

Our Approach

Making Real Estate Work Better

Real estate success demands more than just services—it requires strategic thinking, coordinated execution, and clear communication at every stage. Our advisory team helps you navigate complexity and find opportunities that align with your goals.

Whether you’re starting your first project or optimizing your portfolio, we deliver insights that drive real value through access to HarbourTown’s comprehensive Strategic Real Estate Advisory, Financing and Development Services platform.

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Process Overview

1

UNDERSTANDING YOUR GOALS

We start by getting clear on what success looks like for you.

2

MARKET ANALYSIS

Deep dive into opportunities and challenges.

3

STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT

Creating practical plans that deliver results.
Advisory & Consulting

Service Areas

Portfolio Strategy

  • Market analysis
  • Risk assessment
  • Growth planning
  • Value optimization

Deal Structuring

  • Transaction structuring
  • Due diligence
  • Risk mitigation
  • Value creation

Capital Solutions

  • Banking relationships
  • Alternative options
  • Cash management
  • Strategic planning

The Advisory     
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Advisory &
Consulting Team

J. Blake Wilson

President, Chief Executive Officer & Principal Mortgage Broker - Licence # 3000146

Blake Wilson, President & CEO and Principal Mortgage Broker transformed a specialized mortgage brokerage into Atlantic Canada’s leading real estate advisory firm, leveraging expertise in financing, development, and investment to maximize client value across the real estate lifecycle.

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Nick Keschtkar

Vice President, HarbourTown Advisory & Consulting

Nick Keschtkar, VP of HarbourTown Advisory & Consulting, brings deep expertise in real estate development, investment, and strategic advisory. With a strong business and real estate background, he helps clients navigate complex decisions and achieve long-term success.

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Brendan Horning

Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer Seasoned financial executive and Chartered Accountant with expertise in real estate, corporate finance, and strategic advisory. Structures complex transactions and ensures financial strength across all HarbourTown divisions while providing key strategic leadership.

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Dan Jones

Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer Seasoned construction and development professional with over two decades of experience in project execution and pre-construction planning. Leads operational strategy ensuring projects are structured for success and delivered with efficiency, precision, and excellence.

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Matt Flynn

Chief Relationship Officer

Chief Relationship Officer Natural connector and strategic leader with deep expertise in business development, marketing, and finance. Drives growth through strategic partnerships and positions HarbourTown as an industry leader while building lasting relationships across the real estate sector.

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Richard Howe

MTEI, CTP - Vice President, Commercial Financing

Senior banking professional with over 10 years of experience who specializes in commercial real estate financing and strategic lending solutions. Leverages Big 5 bank expertise to structure financing for large-scale projects including NetZero builds and portfolio acquisitions.

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Colin Peters

Managing Director, HarbourTown Construction Management

Managing Director Professional engineer with Gold Seal and Lean certifications who leads with strategic vision and technical precision. Specializes in optimizing project delivery and financial performance while maintaining quality excellence.

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Andrew Matheson

Partner at HarbourTown Capital

Andrew Matheson, Area VP & Principal Broker at TMG The Mortgage Group (Atlantic) Inc., leads mortgage sales teams, hires and mentors talent, and ensures regulatory compliance. With expertise in mortgage brokerage since 2009, he has built strong client and lender relationships.

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Partner with HarbourTown Advisory & Consulting

Gain a strategic advantage in Atlantic Canada’s dynamic market. Advisory is the cornerstone of every successful project.

Contact Info

Contact us
Mon - Fri: 9:00-17:00
(902) 835 6420

Office Address

1741 Lower Water St Suite 200, Halifax NS B3J 1S5 Canada
2102 Oxford Street,
Halifax, NS B3L 2T2
Canada
90 Western Pkwy,
Bedford, NS B4B 0G4
Canada