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Lease Clauses

Lease Clauses

January 6, 2021
Don Catalano
06
Jan
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What to Know About the Lease Extension Clause

In this article, you'll discover: Properly notifying your landlord about lease renewal. Typical lease extension terms and negotiating flexibility. Rent changes during lease extensions and how to negotiate. Potential rent increases based on market value or the consumer price index. Benefits of using a tenant rep broker for better extension terms. When signing a commercial […]
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16
Dec
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The Importance of Subletting and Subleasing Clauses

In this article, you'll learn: The key differences between subleasing and assignment in commercial leases. Important discussions to have before signing a lease to prepare for future subletting or assignment. The significance of landlord consent and recapture rights in sublease or assignment situations. How tenant reps can help you navigate subleasing or assignment with minimal […]
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02
Dec
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27 Commercial Real Estate Terms You Should Know

In this article, you'll learn: Key terms like assignment, CAM, and base year that impact your lease. How rent escalations and CPI adjustments affect your rent costs. The importance of tenant improvements and allowances in lease negotiations. Understanding triple net leases and usable vs. rentable square footage. Commercial real estate can be complex. It also […]
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09
Nov
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Important Commercial Real Estate Terms You Should Know

In this article, you'll learn: Key commercial real estate terms like effective date and square footage Differences between gross and net leases The significance of CAM charges and rent escalations The importance of renewal options in your lease agreements Like many industries, commercial real estate has a language that is all its own. Getting to […]
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20
Jul
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Senate Bill 939, COVID-19, and Break Lease Deals

In this article, you'll learn: The Overview of Senate Bill 939 and its implications for commercial tenants in California. The Challenges and criticism of the bill leading to its eventual failure. The importance of negotiating lease terms rather than breaking leases during economic hardship. How tenant representation can help avoid lease breaks through strategies like […]
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09
Mar
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Tenant Improvement Allowance: Negotiating The Best Terms

In this article, you'll discover: The impact of choosing between turnkey improvements and a set dollar tenant improvement allowance. How landlord involvement in construction can affect your allowance. The importance of accurate space measurement for maximizing your allowance. Tips for negotiating tenant improvement allowances and managing the construction process. When tenants negotiate leases, they frequently […]
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05
Mar
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Office Lease Parking Clause Advice From The Pros

In this article, you'll learn: How to test parking garages and evaluate traffic flow. Strategies for negotiating parking costs effectively. The importance of ensuring parking security for your employees. Tips for verifying and enforcing allotted parking spaces. When looking to lease new office space, you may be negotiating more than just the office; there are […]
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28
Feb
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Commercial Lease Clause Guide: Must Haves to Dangerous Traps

In this article, you'll learn: Key lease clauses like release upon assignment and rent escalation. Risks of personal guaranty, sublease, and termination clauses. Protecting your interests with signage, parking, and expense clauses. How to avoid common lease traps and strengthen your position. Signing a commercial lease is a major step for your business. Hopefully, it […]
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03
Feb
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Should You Sublease Out Your Extra Office Space?

In this article, you'll learn: How subleasing works and the steps to get started. Reasons tenants opt to sublease for financial relief. Potential risks and challenges of subleasing. Key considerations before deciding if subleasing is right for you. When you sign a lease for office space, you're generally stuck with it. Most lease contracts are […]
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06
Dec
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Escalation Clause in Your Commercial Lease

In this article, you'll learn: What a lease escalation clause is and when rent increases occur. The different types of escalation methods like fixed, percentage, and inflation-based increases. How operating expenses, CAMs, and reconciliations can impact your rent. The role of escalation clauses in lease renewal options. Unless you were lucky enough to negotiate a […]
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