COMMERCIAL LEASES DECODED

In this episode, we cover: — The 4 major commercial lease types: Gross, Modified Gross, Triple Net (NNN), and Percentage Rent

— How base rent, escalations, CPI adjustments, and fair-market resets actually work

— Critical clauses landlords should have in their leases — What tenants should negotiate before signing anything — Renewal options, exclusivity, assignment rights, and right of first refusal

— Tenant Improvement (TI) allowances and who really pays for the build-out

— How lease terms can affect the value and financing of a commercial property

— Five commonly misunderstood provisions: SNDA, force majeure, estoppel certificates, operating-expense caps, and early-termination clauses Whether you're a business owner leasing space, a commercial landlord, or an investor evaluating a property with existing tenants, this episode can help you understand what you're agreeing to before you sign.

— The Four Commercial Lease Types

— Base Rent, Escalations & CPI Adjustments

— Critical Lease Clauses Every Landlord Needs

— What Tenants Must Negotiate

— Lease Terms, Renewal Options & Right of First Refusal

— Tenant Improvement Allowances & Build-Out

— Five Lease Terms Most People Sign Without Understanding

— Key Takeaways & Closing

⚠️ One important takeaway: A commercial lease can create obligations lasting years. Have a qualified commercial real estate attorney review your lease before signing.

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