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Compare initial cash, the agreement term and any renewal or exit provisions. Establish who pays for repairs, improvements and utilities. Leasing does not automatically allow early cancellation or put every expense on the landlord.

Separate financing payments from taxes, insurance, repairs and other variable costs. Ask a lender about finance or future borrowing and an adviser about a later sale. Ownership does not assure a retirement profit.

If you intend to lease part of a building, inspect access, existing leases and permitted use. Budget for vacancy, maintenance and the time needed to find tenants. Tell our team separately if you need help offering your current premises.

Class A, B and C labels can help organize an office search, but they do not establish a particular building’s condition or suitability. Compare the actual suite, elevators, heating and cooling, security, management, parking and internet service. Ask which services are included and which cost extra.

Ask for the quoted area, rent period, base rent and separate operating charges. Compare utilities, parking, repairs, improvements and deposits, not just the headline rent. Discuss the term, renewal, expansion and sublease terms with our commercial team and have your attorney review the proposed agreement.

If you expect to occupy the property for years, compare a purchase with leasing. Review financing, taxes, insurance, maintenance and required improvements with the appropriate professionals. Ownership does not guarantee lower costs, tax savings or appreciation; renting unused space to others also requires review of the property and agreement.

If you own an office suite, building or mixed-use property, send our team its address, floor area, current use, occupancy and your sale or leasing plans. We can discuss how to describe the premises and compare relevant properties. Do not treat an old asking price, regional vacancy figure or growth forecast as today’s value.