When Orange County business owners look for a space in which to do business, they may not find the perfect setup. For this reason, many prospective tenants like to include leasehold improvements as part of a commercial lease. These improvements can quickly get out of...
Year: 2018
Understanding debt vs. equity financing as a business owner
As a small business owner, you understand the financial challenges that come with owning a business. Opening a business is a risky venture, but with careful financial management it can also be very lucrative. One of the most important aspects of fiscal planning for...
Zoning issues a potential commercial tenant may watch for
Finding the right property to rent can present a struggle to some business owners. In addition to the ordinary concerns a potential commercial tenant may have, other issues could require close attention. This could be true for zoning issues that might prevent a tenant...
Developers may need to rethink what an anchor tenant is
Shopping centers, outdoor malls and indoor malls have all traditionally relied on prominent, well-known retail stores to draw customers here in Orange County and elsewhere. Large department stores used to fit the bill when it came to finding anchor tenants for retail...
More considerations before signing a commercial lease
We recently blogged about various considerations a business owner must account for prior to signing a commercial lease. However, commercial lease transactions are complicated, and books can be written (and have) on all of the ways a business must protect itself when...
More considerations before signing a commercial lease
We recently blogged about various considerations a business owner must account for prior to signing a commercial lease. However, commercial lease transactions are complicated, and books can be written (and have) on all of the ways a business must protect itself when...
Developers may look to boutique industry for new tenants
Consumers here in California can log onto their computers and purchase just about anything from nearly anywhere in the world just like everyone else. This new way of shopping has put a dent into the traditional brick and mortar method, but it has not killed it just...
Before signing a commercial lease, consider this
As a business owner, you understand that Orange County real estate is a competitive market. There are new construction projects happening around the clock, and the city always seems to be building.While this may seem like it puts renters at a disadvantage, it also...
When a commercial tenant and landlord don’t get along
You may believe that since your lease outlines all of the rights and responsibilities of the parties, that everything will be smooth sailing. After all, you spent a significant amount of time negotiating it, so everyone should live up to his or her...
The changing face of malls and shopping centers
Developers here in California and across the country have known for some time that they need to change their tactics when it comes to retail developments. Malls and shopping centers are no longer the retail meccas they once were. Thanks to online shopping, these...