Related Group takes on consulting role

South Florida condominium development giant Related Group has found another way to play the market collapse, and is now offering itself as a consultant and possibly a lender for troubled real estate assets. Jorge Perez, chairman and CEO of Related, announced the formation of Related Asset Advisors to act as consultant and financial advisor in troubled financial times. The company would also, in some cases, provide money to lenders to finish projects, according to the company’s statement.