Protecting Your Business from Costly Commercial Lease Mistakes

A lease can open the door to exciting new business opportunities, or it can lead to getting blindsided by unexpected expenses or liability, or to losing your business altogether.

Avoid leasing landmines on the road to business success. Consider these five key issues before signing a lease: Lease Term; Commencement; Condition of the Premises; Rent, Increases and Additional Costs; Right to Sublet or Assign.

Commercial Real Estate, BusinessEric DiazMarch 13, 2025Commercial Leasing, Lease Agreements, Tenant Negotiations

Commercial Lease Expiration Wave 2025: What Landlords and Lenders Need to Know

A Lease Expiration Surge That Could Reshape the Market

Leases on more than 265 million square feet of commercial space are set to expire in 2025 (Source: Trepp Report). This includes 100 million square feet of industrial space, 85.5 million square feet of office space, and 58.5 million square feet of retail space. For landlords, lenders, and investors, these lease expirations will likely impact cash flows and valuations differently depending on property type.

Commercial Real EstateEric DiazFebruary 24, 2025Risk Management in Leasing, Commercial Leasing, Lease Renewal Considerations

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Protecting Your Business from Costly Commercial Lease Mistakes

A Lease Expiration Surge That Could Reshape the Market

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