See how a full-service commercial real estate advisory team adds value at every stage—from site selection and development to leasing, asset management, and exit.

 

Many investors and owners think of real estate professionals as “brokers” focused on individual deals. A true commercial real estate advisory relationship is different. It spans the full lifecycle of an asset—from strategy and site selection all the way through development, leasing, and exit.

The Foundation Group operates as a full-service commercial real estate advisor, aligning real estate decisions with long-term business and portfolio goals.

Strategic Planning Before the First LOI

A strong CRE advisory engagement begins before a single property is identified. The advisor takes time to understand:

• Investment objectives and hold periods

• Target geographies and asset classes

• Risk tolerance and capital structure

• Tax planning and 1031 exchange considerations

With clarity, your advisory team can filter opportunities and avoid distractions that do not match your strategy.

 

Site Selection, Acquisition, and Due Diligence

Once the strategy is set, a site selection and acquisition process begins:

• Market and submarket comparisons

• Off-market and on-market deal sourcing

• Underwriting, rent and sales comps, and risk analysis

• Negotiation of LOIs and purchase and sale agreements

Instead of presenting every available property, the advisory team curates opportunities that meet your defined criteria.

Development and Redevelopment Support

For development or repositioning projects, a commercial real estate advisor can coordinate:

• Site planning and preliminary yield analysis

• Tenant mix strategies and pre-leasing

• Entitlement, permitting, and municipal coordination

• Capex planning, construction oversight, and budget control

This integrated approach keeps the project aligned with the original investment thesis.

Leasing, Asset Management, and Value Creation

After stabilization, the advisory function shifts toward:

• Tenant retention and lease renegotiation

• Backfilling and repositioning underperforming spaces

• Monitoring market trends and rent growth

• Identifying opportunities for value-add upgrades

At each step, your advisor’s role is to protect and enhance asset value.

Exit Strategy and Capital Recycling

Finally, a comprehensive commercial real estate advisory relationship includes exit planning:

• Valuation and market timing

• Packaging and marketing the asset to the right buyer pool

• Coordinating 1031 exchange opportunities into new deals

• Ensuring tax and legal considerations are addressed

The same team that helped you acquire and build value is now positioned to guide you into your next investment.

Working with a single, integrated commercial real estate advisory and brokerage partner allows you to move faster, reduce risk, and build a more intentional portfolio.