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How Long Should My Commercial Lease Be?
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January 05, 2019
How Long Should My Commercial Lease Be?

How Long Should My Commercial Lease Be?

There is no standard length for a commercial lease.  In the past year, Lease Ref has seen a 110 page lease (that was fun to review), and 10 page lease.  

In terms of word count, we have seen as high as 50,000 words and as low as 4,200 words.  The average commercial lease we reviewed in the past year was at a word count of 22,248.

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17 Hidden Conflicts of Interest in Commercial Real Estate
conflicts of interest in commercial real estate
January 18, 2018
Working with Brokers
17 Hidden Conflicts of Interest in Commercial Real Estate
The wild and crazy hidden conflicts of interest in commercial real estate.
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How Real Estate Brokers Trick Their Clients Into Good Deals
real estate brokers tricking clients into good deals
January 16, 2018
Working with Brokers | Negotiating
How Real Estate Brokers Trick Their Clients Into Good Deals
Sometimes commercial real estate brokers act in the best interests of their clients by being deceptive.
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Why 22% of Commercial Listing Agents Will Not Even Call You Back
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January 15, 2018
Site Selection
Why 22% of Commercial Listing Agents Will Not Even Call You Back
A covert study that reveals that many commercial listing agents do not even call back. And why.
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Being a New Commercial Real Estate Agent is Tough
being a new commercial real estate agent is tough
January 15, 2018
Working with Brokers
Being a New Commercial Real Estate Agent is Tough
People think being a commercial real estate agent is glamorous. This is a story about the grind.
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Leasing for Start Ups: An Interview with Alayacare
leasing for start ups
October 02, 2017
Negotiating | Working with Brokers
Leasing for Start Ups: An Interview with Alayacare

The following interview was conducted with Brady Murphy, a Vice President for Alayacare Inc., an award-winning home health software provider. 

We asked Brady about his experiences in leasing office space for this company and at previous positions. 

 

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Virtual Real Estate Brokerage: The Future of Real Estate
virtual real estate brokerage
August 08, 2017
Negotiating | Small Biz Advice
Virtual Real Estate Brokerage: The Future of Real Estate
Virtual services are a growing a business. Real estate will not be excluded from this trend.
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Help a Reporter Out (HARO): The Ultimate Guide | Lease Ref
help a reporter out
June 26, 2017
Small Biz Advice
Help a Reporter Out (HARO): The Ultimate Guide | Lease Ref
The Ultimate small business guide to getting free media mentions.
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Lease Abstracting: A Complete Tenant Guide
lease abstracting: a complete tenant guide
June 15, 2017
Negotiating
Lease Abstracting: A Complete Tenant Guide
A complete tenant guide to the lease abstracting industry.
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Right of First Refusal: A Complete Tenant Guide
right of first refusal
June 03, 2017
Negotiating
Right of First Refusal: A Complete Tenant Guide
Need expansion rights? This is your ultimate guide.
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Sale Leaseback: A Complete Guide
sale leaseback
June 02, 2017
Negotiating
Sale Leaseback: A Complete Guide
Looking to sell your building and lease it back? This is your complete guide.
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How to Negotiate a Yoga Studio Lease
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May 30, 2017
Negotiating | Site Selection
How to Negotiate a Yoga Studio Lease
Need to negotiate a yoga studio lease? Here is your complete guide.
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My Landlord Wants to Demolish My Building. Can He Do That?
demolition of a commercial building
May 30, 2017
Negotiating | Working with Landlords
My Landlord Wants to Demolish My Building. Can He Do That?
What are your rights when your landlord wants to cancel your lease to redevelop?
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5 Reasons Why Tenants Will Always Need Commercial Real Estate Agents
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May 22, 2017
Working with Brokers
5 Reasons Why Tenants Will Always Need Commercial Real Estate Agents
The hidden ways commercial real estate brokers add value and why tenants will always need them.
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How to Find 61% More Office Space Options
finding more office space for lease options
May 15, 2017
Site Selection
How to Find 61% More Office Space Options
Despite industry curators, finding space is still annoying and frustrating. The internet is filled with stale information. Here is how to find more space options.
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Tenant Representation: A Complete Representation Agreement
tenant representation agreement
May 11, 2017
Working with Brokers
Tenant Representation: A Complete Representation Agreement
Hiring a commercial real estate brokerage for your business? Here is what to look for in a sample agreement.
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Tenant Improvement Allowance: A Complete Guide
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May 09, 2017
Negotiating | Working with Landlords
Tenant Improvement Allowance: A Complete Guide
The most complete guide to tenant improvement allowances ever created.
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Request for Proposal Real Estate (Sample Template)
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May 06, 2017
Working with Brokers
Request for Proposal Real Estate (Sample Template)
A detailed, real life RFP for commercial real estate services.
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Sublets: Why You Should Let Your Landlord Share In Your Sublet Profits
sublets: why you should let your landlord share in your sublet profits
May 05, 2017
Negotiating
Sublets: Why You Should Let Your Landlord Share In Your Sublet Profits
Turning your commercial sublet into a win-win with you and your landlord.
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What is Building Gross Up Factor?
what is building gross up factor
May 03, 2017
Negotiating | Site Selection
What is Building Gross Up Factor?
The biggest factor in determining your overall rent bill.
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Should I Consider Sublets?
should I consider sublets
April 26, 2017
Site Selection
Should I Consider Sublets?
Considering sublets vs direct space from landlords.
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