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Author: Kim Ford

  • Protected virus corona covid pandemic
    Culture | Industry | Our Team

    Pandemic Silver Linings

    ByKim Ford October 30, 2020August 4, 2022

    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.

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  • Kim Ford SIOR, LEED AP and Leigh Poulton standing in front of commercial office
    Industry | Leadership | News | Our Team | Pittsburgh | Tenant Representation

    Rebranding: Found Advisors is Rise Pittsburgh

    ByKim Ford September 29, 2020October 3, 2022

    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.

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  • Work from home goals I can achieve
    Culture | Design | Office | Our Team

    Work From Home

    ByKim Ford May 9, 2020October 3, 2022

    Work from Home (WFH): 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…

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  • Zoom call with Kim Ford SIOR, LEED AP
    Design | Industry

    Workplace Modification

    ByKim Ford May 3, 2020October 3, 2022

    Workplace modification

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  • Hot Properties Pittsburgh Fun on the River
    Culture | Industry | Leadership | News | Office | Our Team | Pittsburgh | Tenant Representation

    Our Covid-19 Response

    ByKim Ford April 23, 2020October 3, 2022

    Our Covid-19 response. We know that the world is a crazy place right now. Our jobs, companies, co-workers, family celebrations – everything – up in the air, uncertain.

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  • Renewing your office lease on your own?
    Tenant Representation

    Renewing your office lease on your own?

    ByKim Ford May 23, 2019April 18, 2019

    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…

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  • The Best Way To Save Money On Office Space
    Industry | Office | Tenant Representation

    The Best Way To Save Money On Office Space

    ByKim Ford May 21, 2019May 15, 2019

    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…

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  • Do options in a lease benefit the landlord or tenant?
    Tenant Representation

    Do options in a lease benefit the landlord or tenant?

    ByKim Ford May 14, 2019April 18, 2019

    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
    Flex/Industrial | Tenant Representation

    Common Area Maintenance (CAM) in all its mystery

    ByKim Ford April 25, 2019September 25, 2022

    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
    Industry | Pittsburgh

    The Future Impact of Autonomous Cars

    ByKim Ford April 20, 2019April 18, 2019

    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…

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  • The Commercial Real Estate Process
    Tenant Representation

    The Commercial Real Estate Process

    ByKim Ford April 18, 2019April 18, 2019

    Our Project Life Cycle At Found Advisors, we approach all projects and clients with a fresh mindset, because we realize not all clients are the same. Depending on how much time each client has and how far along in the commercial real estate process they already are, we work with them at various stages of…

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  • Is Pittsburgh’s CBD a Tenant’s Market?
    Pittsburgh | Tenant Representation

    Is Pittsburgh’s CBD a Tenant’s Market?

    ByKim Ford March 30, 2018April 15, 2019

      Is the CBD in Pittsburgh a tenant’s market? A ‘tenant’s market’ is a term used to describe a real estate market. In a tenant’s market, tenants hold the upper hand over landlords during negotiation. This can occur when vacancy rates rise in a certain area. When vacancies increase, landlords provide tenants with incentives that…

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