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Aug

By Don Catalano Article, Occupancy Costs, Office Space, Rent Escalation No Comments

Why Your Office Rent is More Than Just Rent

In this article, you'll learn: Why office rent includes more than just the base rent How additional rent fees like maintenance, taxes, and utilities affect costs The importance of understanding lease clauses that impact your expenses How a tenant rep broker can help you manage and negotiate office lease costs Your office rent may be […]

May

By Don Catalano Article, COVID-19, Leasing, Occupancy Costs No Comments

How Corporate Tenants Can Negotiate Rent Relief

In this article, you'll learn: How reviewing your lease can reveal clauses for rent relief Why open communication with your landlord is essential for negotiating Key documents, like business plans and financials, to prepare for negotiations How local funding options can support your rent relief efforts With the recent outbreak, it is getting harder for […]

Mar

By Don Catalano Article, Leasing, Occupancy Costs No Comments

What to Know About Your OPEX (Operating Expenses)

In this article, you'll learn: What operating expenses (OPEX) are and how they affect your rent. Different types of OPEX and how they are billed in various lease structures. Strategies to control operating expenses and reduce costs. The benefits of working with your landlord to optimize building efficiency. Regardless of how your lease is structured, […]

Jul

By Don Catalano Article, Lease Types, Leasing, Occupancy Costs No Comments

What is a Gross Lease in Commercial Real Estate?

In this article, you'll learn: What a gross lease is and how it simplifies tenant payments. Why it's important to review varying expenses in gross leases. The benefits of predictable costs, though rent may increase over time. Key points about modified gross leases and the value of professional help. When you're entering the negotiation phase […]

Nov

By Don Catalano Article, Lease Terms, Leasing, Occupancy Costs No Comments

5 Commercial Real Estate Concerns You Should Know

In this article, you'll learn: The importance of hiring a tenant representative broker for your office search. How to balance lease terms with flexibility and negotiation power. Additional costs beyond rent, like Common Area Maintenance and utilities. The impact of office space location and layout on employee morale and productivity. When you're in the process […]

Nov

By Don Catalano Article, Leasing, Occupancy Costs No Comments

Solutions for a Cost Efficient Corporate Real Estate Strategy

In this article, you'll learn: Ways to cut costs for long-term leases, like auditing expenses and upgrading energy efficiency. How to manage short-term leases to reduce costs or plan a move. Benefits of appealing property taxes and finding sublease tenants. Tips for negotiating with landlords and exploring market alternatives. If you’re part of a company […]

Jul

By Don Catalano Article, Leasing, Occupancy Costs No Comments

3 Things Every Tenant Should Be Aware of in Expense Reconciliations

In this article, you'll learn: How to compare current OPEX with the base year costs. The impact of gross up provisions on your expenses. The importance of promptly notifying landlords about any reconciliation errors. Generally, commercial landlords send out operating expense (OPEX) reconciliation statements for the prior year 90 to 120 days after the end […]

Feb

By Don Catalano Article, Leasing, Occupancy Costs No Comments

Commercial Occupancy Cost 101: Rent vs. Effective Rent

In this article, you'll learn: How to calculate effective rent by averaging base rent and increases. The impact of additional rent, including CAMs and management fees. How to factor in concessions like free rent and allowances into your cost analysis. The first part of an occupancy cost analysis is figuring out exactly how much […]

Occupancy Costs

Occupancy Costs

Why Your Office Rent is More Than Just Rent

How Corporate Tenants Can Negotiate Rent Relief

What to Know About Your OPEX (Operating Expenses)

What is a Gross Lease in Commercial Real Estate?

5 Commercial Real Estate Concerns You Should Know

Solutions for a Cost Efficient Corporate Real Estate Strategy

3 Things Every Tenant Should Be Aware of in Expense Reconciliations

Commercial Occupancy Cost 101: Rent vs. Effective Rent

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