Albert Rex

Overview

Albert Rex is a Principal in Ryan’s Boston office, where he specializes in providing historic tax credit consulting services to real estate developers and building owners. He advises clients on federal and state historic tax credit programs, guiding projects through qualification, documentation, and compliance to support redevelopment and long-term value creation.

With deep experience in historic preservation and tax credit advisory, Albert brings a practical, solutions-oriented approach to complex redevelopment initiatives. His background spans leadership roles in consulting, nonprofit, and preservation-focused organizations, providing him with a well-rounded perspective on the intersection of policy, finance, and development. Albert is a frequent speaker on historic tax credits and preservation topics and is a regular contributor to industry publications, including the Novogradac Journal of Tax Credits , reflecting his commitment to education and thought leadership within the historic redevelopment community.

Education and Qualifications

Master of Business Administration, Babson College

Master of Arts, Historic Preservation, Boston University

Bachelor of Arts, History and English, University of Rhode Island

Experience and Achievements

Principal, Historic Tax Credits, Ryan, Boston Office

• Advises clients on federal and state historic tax credit qualification and compliance.

Partner and Chief Executive Officer, MacRostie Historic Advisors, LLC, a Ryan Company

Executive Director, nonprofit organization

Independent Historic Consultant

Program Manager, nonprofit historic preservation organization

Member, Boston Preservation Alliance

Vice Chair, Historic Tax Credit Coalition, Vice Chair

Member, National Housing and Rehabilitation Association

Member, Preservation Massachusetts, Legislative Affairs Committee

Member, Urban Land Institute