SCORE: Tips on Negotiating a Commercial Lease

A commercial lease is one of the most important agreements you will ever sign and negotiating a favorable lease places your business in a position to succeed. Remember that a Commercial Lease is prepared by the Landlord in favor of the Landlord. Your responsibility as a potential Tenant is to read it completely, understand what it says, and then ask for modifications that will favor you.

This workshop is for anyone looking for Retail, Office or Industrial Space

• Learn the important Terms & Issues in a Commercial Lease.
• Learn the right Process used in negotiating a Commercial Lease.
• Learn how to Mitigate the Risk in a Commercial Lease.

In this workshop you’ll learn the important elements of a Commercial Lease and how they can impact your business. You’ll learn how to quantify your risk and limit your personal liability. And you’ll learn the leasing process and strategy required to get a favorable deal. 

Note: This course is being taught through the Washington DC SCORE but is a recommended training by the CBP.