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A commercial lease doesn't just protect the interests of landlords. The document also spells out rights for tenants. Knowing what your rights are empowers you to address issues with your landlord and to take legal actions as needed to resolve disputes.

Biking to work, walking to work, Ubering to work and a bunch of other words ending in "ing" are all increasingly popular alternatives to the traditional commute. However, the vast majority of workers still drive themselves to the office or another workplace -- 76.4 percent of them in 2017, according to CityLab. This means that finding some way to provide parking for your workforce is at least a strong perk if not an absolute necessity. As you negotiate your lease with your landlord, here are some parking terms to keep in mind.

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Even if you have thought carefully about your company's strategic plan and feel confident about short and long-term forecasts, it's impossible to completely predict the future of any business. Because you can never be certain of what tomorrow holds, you don't want to find yourself stuck in a strict commercial lease that may no longer meet your needs before the end of its term. These tips will help you create a flexible agreement to future proof your lease.

Guest blog by Jen Dela Cruz. Jen spent eight years in real estate, with six years in commercial leasing and facility management. She is now the leasing director of Figari handling leasing and business development. Follow her on Facebook.

Rent and Common Area Maintenance (CAM) are often the biggest expenses that a company has, so naturally, you don't want to pay any more than you need to when it comes to the office or building that you lease. Unfortunately, commercial leases can be rife with hidden fees that unsuspecting tenants may end up overpaying for. These fees include:

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