When looking for a space in which to operate a business, a California entrepreneur expects property owners to check him or her out. Background checks that include criminal, rental and financial histories are fairly commonplace these days. What a commercial tenant may...
Month: February 2019
Some question future development in California wildfire areas
As anyone who has lived here in California for any length of time knows, wildfires could devastate many of the state's residential communities. In the aftermath of recent fires here in the state, some wonder why future development projects are given the green light by...
Planning to renew your commercial lease? Start early
After being in a rental space for some time, an Orange County tenant may be comfortable and not want to move. If this is the case, a review of the original lease would be in order some months prior to its end. Starting to think about renewing a commercial lease...
Common mistakes new companies make with commercial leases
If you've found the perfect location for a new business, it can be tempting to move fast to secure the spot and get things going.But many business owners commit several mistakes before they even open their doors, and they’re all tied to their commercial lease....
Percentage leases are popular in the retail industry
One of the primary decisions that a new California company needs to make is where it will do business. In the retail industry, this often involves setting up shop in a shopping center or mall. When it comes to leases in this world, property owners often want...