As we begin to discuss commercial leases there is one general rule to always remember.....

EVERYTHING IN A COMMERCIAL LEASE IS NEGOTIABLE.

If you take nothing else away from our review of commercial leases, remember the above. There is no such thing as a standard or general lease. Most leases follow only the form commonly used by the person who drafts the lease; so be mindful of who is writing the document, their intent or purpose, and adjust their lease suggestions toward your own under the rule above.

As we begin our review of commercial leases, always remember the above rule and it will greatly increase your ability to negotiate and execute leases favorable to your business needs.