Vertical Consultants, which represents self-storage and other real estate owners in negotiations regarding cell-tower lease transactions, is now accredited with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). After following all protocols set by the organization and providing multiple references, the Nashville, Tenn.-based telecom consulting firm was informed this month that it is officially recognized and accredited by the BBB.

BBB standards include maintaining a positive track record in the marketplace, advertising and presenting services honestly, and approaching all business dealings with integrity. Vertical Consultants is the only telecom consulting firm specializing in cell-tower leases that is accredited with the BBB, according to a company press release.

 We look forward to not only maintaining the standards expected from the bureau, but also surpassing these standards in order to provide our clients the most positive and beneficial experience with our firm," said company president Hugh Odom.

Now in its second year of advocating property owners monetary rights within their telecom leases, Vertical Consultants provides information a variety of complimentary services and programs for landowners including free cell-tower lease reviews, lease-buyout analyses and rent reports. Founded in 2010, the company specializes in issues surrounding the wireless-telecom industry, providing property owners with the information they need to make decisions regarding their cell-tower lease agreements.

The company also helps self-storage owners recoup unpaid and underpaid rent from wireless providers. Areas of expertise include telecom-site acquisition and development, lease negotiation, and the legal issues surrounding such transactions.