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Negotiating Your Commercial Lease? Follow These 7 Tips

Posted by Don Catalano on Jan 15, 2020


With commercial leasing, the first contract that a potential landlord presents you with should be thought of as a rough draft. Negotiations are a typical part of the leasing process, and the landlord fully expects you to request changes to the document. To ensure that you get the best possible deal, keep these tips in mind while you negotiate.

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5 Tips When Leasing Office Space

Posted by Don Catalano on Jan 08, 2020


The process of leasing an office space can often be an arduous one. Business owners have to find the perfect office, negotiate with the landlord and move into the new space. It is a time and energy intensive process that requires

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Hidden Commercial Leasing Costs Tenants Should Know

Posted by Don Catalano on Jan 06, 2020


There's a lot more to your lease than just the rent and CAMs. To understand what you are paying, you need to carefully review what your lease includes, how expense reimbursements get calculated and how your space gets measured. At the same time, you could end up responsible for expenses that aren't even a part of your lease -- or your plan.

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Open Office Space vs. Private Office Space: Pros & Cons

Posted by Don Catalano on Dec 18, 2019


Open office space is a definite trend in commercial real estate with many companies choosing to build out with airy floor plans that allow employees to share their working areas. But is the trend worth getting in on? The truth is that open and closed office space both have their benefits. Read on to discover the pros of both, so that you can make the best decision regarding the layout of your office.

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4 Concessions to Negotiate in Your Corporate Lease

Posted by Don Catalano on Dec 11, 2019


When it comes to doing business, the original price is rarely the actual price.  If you negotiate the right way, you can usually get the vendor on the other side to come up with significant discounts or other inducements. This is particularly true when it comes to negotiating your corporate lease.  Here are four of the concessions that you can usually ask for -- and frequently receive -- if you really know how to negotiate.

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7 Ways to Save Money on Your Next Commercial Lease

Posted by Don Catalano on Dec 09, 2019


Commercial leases are major expenses for any company, so naturally, you want to ensure that you're getting the best deal possible when you're moving into a new office or building. Following these tips will help you reduce initial, ongoing and final costs to positively impact your bottom line.

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7 Things to Know Before Subleasing Your Office Space

Posted by Don Catalano on Dec 04, 2019


If you find yourself no longer in need of your entire office or with ample unused space, subleasing can save you money; however, before you begin the subleasing process, there are some things that you need to know. Read on to discover some important aspects of subleasing that can help you ensure the best possible outcome.

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4 Things to Know Before Signing a Commercial Office Lease

Posted by Don Catalano on Dec 02, 2019


When you are planning to move to a new space, it is essential that you pay attention to the lease document before signing it. In this article, we are going to explore the four important things to know before signing a commercial office lease.

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