If you own or rent a commercial unit in a building with other owners or renters, there is a good chance you have at least one party wall. Party walls are simply the walls between two or more separately owned properties. Keeping party walls in good condition is in the interests of all property owners. […]

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Commercial tenants that outgrow a rental unit may find larger areas and move their operations there. Under an existing lease agreement, however, a tenant may still face liability for monthly rent payments. To avoid paying double rent, a tenant may find another business willing to take over the lease. As noted by the Los Angeles […]

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Commercial leases differ quite a bit from residential leases. If you are new to commercial property investing, it is a good idea to become familiar with common provisions found in commercial leases. According to REoptimizer, commercial lease provisions are a way to include some conditions on the agreement that may differ from the standard terms. There are […]

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Not every California commercial tenant is a dream tenant, and in some cases, they are downright bad. If your commercial tenant has failed to make rent payments on time or at all or has otherwise broken lease terms, you may decide to move forward with an eviction. Tensions often run high during the eviction process. […]

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When making your first foray into commercial real estate in California, you may elect to construct a new property in order to be one of the first to enter into a lightly developed area. This requires, however, that you have a strong understanding of local zoning regulations. Many come to us here at Goodkin APC […]

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Leasing real estate to commercial tenants in California involves a certain degree of risk. As a commercial landlord, you may do everything in your power to minimize how long your space stays empty. A potential way to prevent a tenant from breaking a lease term involves including a sublease clause in your commercial lease. According […]

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Leasing commercial property is a great way to grow your business. When entering into a commercial landlord/tenant agreement, your lease will be the blueprint between you and the property owner. A good lease will offer protection to both parties, while also providing guidance in the event disputes arise. However, not all commercial leases are in […]

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As someone who may not be familiar with commercial leases, you may encounter terms that confuse you. It is important to not only read over your commercial lease but to also lookup unfamiliar terms to understand the agreement you are about to enter. Gross Leases According to FindLaw, gross leases are a very specific type of […]

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Many business owners lease commercial space for their offices, especially when starting out. Because signing a commercial lease is a huge commitment, it is crucial that you enter into the agreement fully informed. Forbes explains a few possible issues often found in leases so you can take the right steps to avoid them. By watching out […]

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Whether you happen to be a business owner looking for property space or a real estate owner that leases property to businesses, chances are that you might find yourself negotiating an office lease someday. An office lease is a type of commercial lease, and like other leases, is something all parties involved will negotiate to […]

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