Commercial-Residential Real Estate Collision
“I’ve spent years helping people in companies find the perfect office and suddenly people are looking for the perfect office at home.”
Love Together Community Outreach Holiday Campaign
We asked the homeless, addicted, exploited, and/or recovering at-risk women and children we serve on second Saturdays in Homewood with Living in Liberty to write down 3 wishes and a prayer on a card for this holiday.
Pandemic Silver Linings
I try to find the “silver lining” in all situations, even when seeing it seems next to impossible. I’ve discovered that glimmers of hope seem to emerge when I least expect them.
Found Advisors is now Rise Pittsburgh – Welcomes Leigh Poulton
In addition, as part of the Rise Pittsburgh rebranding and expansion, the firm will now offer Multifamily & Investment Property services led by Leigh Poulton, formerly of CBRE Pittsburgh.
Work From Home
Working from home is not a choice for many, but a mandate. Here is how I’ve embraced the #workfromhome movement and decided to turn this pandemic into an opportunity. Yes, you can too. Here are a few easy steps that you can do right now. Make a list of what you’ve accomplished so far during the stay-at-home order. And yes, you have accomplished …
Workplace Modification and Crucial Conversations with your Landlord
The Pittsburgh Technology Council hosts “Business as Usual” addressing the topics that help inform, connect and help us all get back to business as usual. Kim Ford and Brandon Mendoza from NAIOP were guest speakers exploring COVID-19’s impact on the construction and real estate industries. The duo discussed: The need to make major workplace modifications …
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Found Advisors Covid-19 Response
Our response to Covid-19. We know that the world is a crazy place right now. Our jobs, companies, co-workers, family celebrations – everything – up in the air, uncertain.
Renewing your office lease on your own?
My Landlord is the Best! My Landlord is the best! Your Landlord may be the best. Many great Landlords exist in each and every market. I especially like those Landlords that give the cool gifts to their tenants every December. However, does it help when you’re renewing your office lease? A good friend once showed …
The Best Way To Save Money On Office Space
How To Save Money On Office Space As the New Year begins, now is a great time to reduce your second highest operating expense. It’s important to evaluate the best way to save money on office space. The following three questions should help you assess your current situation: Office Size First, is your space the …
Do options in a lease benefit the landlord or tenant?
Lease Options Options in a lease are beneficial to either the Landlord or the Tenant. Landlords want to provide the Tenant with as few options as possible to securitize the lease as strongly as possible. Many Landlords use their rent roll to securitize a refinance or sale. For instance, if a tenant has an option …
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Common Area Maintenance (CAM) in all its mystery
Common Area Maintenance (CAM) in all its mystery. First, let’s start with trying to define the common area. What is Common Area Maintenance? Common Areas can be lobbies, hallways, elevators, bathrooms, sidewalks, parking lots, landscaping, rooftop decks, shared amenities, and so on. These areas within a building enhance the feel or usefulness of a space. …
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The Future Impact of Autonomous Cars
The Autonomous Vehicle Impact (This map of Pittsburgh’s dedicated parking areas shows how much additional space could be gained if the need for these spaces goes away. As a result of the impact of autonomous cars, green space in the city would increase significantly.) The impact of Autonomous Cars will have a tremendous effect on …