Tackling Hidden Costs: Negotiating Pass-Through (CAM) Expenses in Commercial Leases
When a devastating storm hit my client's retail store last year, causing significant damage to the building, they were left reeling. To...
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- Aug 15
- 1 min
The Power of an Exclusive Use Clause in Lease Negotiations
Imagine moving into a perfect location for your new yoga studio, and a few months later, a competing yoga studio opens just a few doors...
- Aug 10
- 1 min
How I Help: Maximizing Lease Flexibility
My client Sarah is a proud owner of a successful boutique clothing store for the past 15 years. When her landlord informed her about...
- Aug 3
- 1 min
Lease Smarter, Not Harder
Meet one of my long-term business clients, Elizabeth. She was frustrated with her current office space as it no longer meets her growing...
- Aug 1
- 1 min
Negotiating a Commercial Lease? Don't Miss These Tips!
When a tenant is offered a commercial lease, it's crucial to negotiate terms that protect the business. Here are some key tips to keep in...
- Jul 11
- 1 min
My journey from Refugee to Business Lawyer
As a refugee to the US, I faced countless challenges in a new country, including living in poverty, overcoming a language barrier and...
- May 2
- 1 min
Hidden Costs in a Commercial Lease
Darla has a small retail shop in a suburban strip mall. When she got her last bill from her landlord, she was incredulous at the amount....
- Feb 23
- 1 min
Why You Should Have Audit Rights in Your Commercial Lease
My client occupies several floors in a downtown office building. As a large multi-floor tenant, they successfully negotiated a lease that...
- Feb 21
- 1 min
How I Help: Building Flexibility into Your Lease
In a commercial lease, a tenant could make two types of transfers: sublease or assignment. A sublease is a transfer of less than the...
- Feb 16
- 1 min
Background Check On Your Landlord
Most landlords spend a lot of time and effort to ensure their prospective tenants will honor their lease obligations, to safeguard...
- Jun 28, 2022
- 1 min
Negotiate flexibility into your contracts
David’s marketing firm was a year into a long-term office lease when he felt like breaking the lease was his only option. The problem was...
- Jun 7, 2022
- 1 min
When is the time to bring a lawyer into a negotiation?
How do you know when to bring in a lawyer into a negotiation? The earlier the better. My client is a chocolatier and is worried about...
- Apr 13, 2021
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How I Help: Commercial Leases and Exclusive Use
Nancy operates a retail clothing store in a suburban strip mall. When negotiating her original lease, we spent a lot of time negotiating...
- Mar 30, 2021
- 1 min
How I Help: Commercial Leases & Early Termination
David’s marketing firm was a year into a long-term office lease when he felt like breaking the lease was his only option. The problem was...
- Mar 15, 2021
- 1 min
Long-awaited Relief for Georgia Landlords and Tenants
The new State of Georgia Rental Assistance Program is accepting applications. In February 2021 Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced that...
- Jan 12, 2021
- 1 min
How I Help: Commercial Leases and the Acceleration Clause
Christopher is a long-term business client and over the years, I have stressed to him the importance of knowing what you are signing...
- Jan 5, 2021
- 1 min
How I Help: Commercial Leases & CAM Audit Clause
A small tornado affected my client’s company office last year, causing minor structural damage at their office building. A few months...
- Dec 8, 2020
- 1 min
How I Help: Commercial Leases and Bankruptcy
One of my clients owns and manages a small suburban strip mall. One of its tenants recently filed for bankruptcy when its lease still had...
- Nov 24, 2020
- 1 min
How I Help: Commercial Leases and Force Majeure
Yesterday I spoke with a client who walked away from her commercial lease in September and is now getting sued by the landlord. She had 8...
- Oct 20, 2020
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How I Help: Renegotiating a Commercial Lease
Last month I helped my client Tamara get a 2 months’ rent abatement, reduce rent by 50% for another 2 months, plus defer it until next...
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