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Finding and Leasing Space for Your Business

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Here is everything you need to know about finding space for your business and leasing business space.  Find out how to narrow down your search f

Narrow Down Your Search to a Specific Location

From the broad possibilities of any place in the U.S., you will need to narrow down your search to a specific street corner.  Two young professionals did this.  They already know the area they wanted to live in (Chicagoland), so they first set out to find a city they liked, then they spent a lot of time considering the market and watching the flow of people in the community.

Research Your Market to Know Where Your Customers Are

Before you search for a location, you need to do research to determine where your customers are located. Here is a discussion of the process of determining the market for a local business.

5 Tips for Finding a Great Business Location

As you search for that perfect office, shop, or store, consider these 5 factors to assure that your location will bring in the maximum number of customers. 

10 Things you Need to Know Before Signing a Commercial Lease

Attorney Susan Dawson has a practice that includes assisting clients with real estate purchases.  She provides 10 factors to help you make sure you are getting a good commercial lease.

 

Questions to Ask About Commercial Property

As you look for business space to lease, here are some considerations and factors to consider.

Common Leasing Terms Explained

Here are some common terms used in commercial leases, to help you understand what your broker and the landlord are talking about.

Negotiating a Commercial Lease

How to negotiate a lease for office or commercial space.

Providing a Peror a Commercial Lease

Many landlords these days are requiring  from the business owner as a reqobtain a commercial lease for business apace.  Attorney Susan Dawson explains why the personal guarantees are necessary, how they work, and some alternatives for you to discuss during the negotiation process.

Common Lease Document Terms and Sections

This article explains the common sections of a commercial lease.

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