Your company is managing to turn a profit, but the margins can be fine at times. Any unpleasant surprises or increases in costs could make the future of your business less secure. You’ve been notified that your rent is set to increase, and you’re concerned about the...
Real Estate Law
This clause is like an escape hatch built into a commercial lease
When you sign a lease for commercial premises, you commit your business to pay thousands of dollars in rental fees over the next multiple years. It is common for commercial leases to last several years, and the contracts do not just disappear when you close your...
Why your commercial location is so important
Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or established business owner, there may come a time when you need to acquire a new location for your company. Depending on the type of company you are running, your business location will need to meet certain needs. For...
Understanding percentage leases
If you’re looking for commercial space for your retail business, you may find that some landlords have what are known as “percentage leases.” These types of leases are most common in shopping centers and outlet malls. The way this type of lease works is that the...
Understanding co-tenancy clauses
If you’re looking at commercial spaces for your business, you’re likely interested in what other businesses are in the same complex or development. Retail and food businesses, in particular, can benefit significantly by having an anchor tenant (sometimes called a key...
Should you consider leasing commercial real estate in New Jersey?
Successful entrepreneurs have business decisions to make each day. When the time comes to relocate your commercial headquarters, you typically have two options in Passaic, New Jersey. You can buy business real estate or lease your next commercial property. Buying a...
Is location still the most important thing for commercial real estate?
For decades, people have said that the most important thing for a business is the location. There's an old saying about asking about the three most important qualities of a commercial property, and the answer is just location, location, location. And this certainly...
How commercial lease disputes arise
Commercial landlord-tenant relationships can be beneficial to all parties. However, this mutually beneficial relationship must be founded upon a watertight commercial lease agreement. Where such agreements are ambiguous or unfair, disputes can arise. A dispute in the...
What happens to the easement if you buy a commercial property?
You're looking to buy a commercial property so that you can start your business, and you find one in the right location and the right price point. You're interested in making an offer, but you discover while talking to the seller that there's an easement. They've...
Understanding use and exclusive use clauses
If you’re signing your first commercial lease, it can be overwhelming. These are typically very long documents. Because they’re drawn up by the property owner, they’ll likely favor them. That’s why you need to know what you’re agreeing to and be ready to negotiate...


