Who We Are
Forty years protecting the people who finance the built environment
Finnegan/Manson LLC is an independent construction consulting firm based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Since 1983, we have provided objective, third-party evaluation of commercial project documentation on behalf of construction lenders and owners.
Over four decades our regional reach has grown to include projects across Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, and Arkansas — from small multifamily rehabilitations to large-scale institutional construction.
About the Firm
What We Do
Comprehensive services across every phase
Lender Funding Processing
Monthly construction funding field reports, status updates, overall project progress evaluation, and pay request review on behalf of construction lenders.
Pre-Closing Services
Complete review of construction documents, contracts, architect agreements, GC proposals, project schedules, specifications, and budgets before loan closing.
Property Condition Assessments
Pre-purchase physical condition evaluations that give buyers and lenders a clear, unbiased picture of a property's true condition and capital needs.
HUD 2328 Estimates
Accurate square-foot cost extensions and HUD 2328 estimates prepared by seasoned consultants with decades of Gulf South construction market experience.
Owner Representation
Abbreviated construction management consulting for owners who need an experienced advocate in the field without the overhead of a full CM team.
Draw Request Review
Rigorous review of contractor pay applications and supporting documentation to protect lenders and owners from funding work not yet in place.
Selected Work
Featured Projects
Independent
Why Finnegan / Manson
No conflicts. No contractors. Just clear-eyed consulting.
We have no financial relationship with any contractor, architect, or developer. Our only obligation is to the client who engages us — which means our reports and recommendations are never colored by competing interests.
That independence has made us a trusted partner to lenders and owners navigating complex projects for four decades.
Insights
From the Field
What Construction Lenders Should Know Before Funding a Historic Rehab
Historic rehabilitation projects carry unique risks that standard lending checklists often miss. Here is what experienced lenders build into their review process before closing.
Understanding the HUD 2328 Cost Estimate Process
The HUD 2328 form is one of the most consequential documents in multifamily lending. Getting it right protects both the lender and the project from cost overruns.
5 Red Flags in a GC Contract That Every Owner's Rep Should Catch
After four decades reviewing GC agreements, certain warning signs appear again and again. Spotting them early prevents serious financial exposure.
