by William Gary, MBA, MIM | Nov 21, 2019 | Leasing Space, Tenant Improvements
If you might consider being a Subtenant, it’s critical to look deeper than the discounted rental rates and the free office furniture. Watch out for thirteen dangerous potholes that could really wreck your Sublease opportunity. The devil is still in the details when... 
by William Gary, MBA, MIM | Nov 21, 2019 | Leasing Space
Landlords make their biggest profits off of Tenants at Renewal Time. But most Commercial Tenants assume incorrectly that their Landlords will be fair at Renewal Time, so they start late and leave too little time for market research and negotiations. This is their... 
by William Gary, MBA, MIM | Nov 21, 2019 | Leasing Space
Whether you’re moving into a new building with a new Landlord or renewing or renegotiating an existing lease, there’s a time to dance and a time to dogfight. The secret is knowing when to sharpen your smooth moves or your teeth. This may surprise you but... 
by William Gary, MBA, MIM | Nov 21, 2019 | Leasing Space
It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. As a Commercial Tenant, how do you prepare for both? You need to build flexibility into your Lease by negotiating wisely. The future for your company, partnership or non-profit may be rosy, uncertain or troubled but... 
by William Gary, MBA, MIM | Dec 21, 2019 | Leasing Space
If you’re a Tenant or Owner-Occupant with some unused private offices, desks, cubes or seats at tables in your workspace, Licensing may be a better way to get some rent or mortgage relief than traditional Subleasing. Typically, at no additional charge, Licensors also... 
by William Gary, MBA, MIM | Nov 21, 2019 | Leasing Space
To distinguish between buildings and justify differences in rental rates, the Commercial Real Estate Industry uses an A, B, C grading system. This explains the grading criteria for Office Buildings and why an Office Tenant should upfront pay close attention to... 