by brentlevison | Apr 1, 2026 | Tips
If you’re entering the world of franchising, understanding your lease is just as important as understanding your franchise agreement. A franchise lease agreement is one of the most consequential documents you’ll sign — and one of the most misunderstood....
by brentlevison | Mar 25, 2026 | Tips
Listening to the client — and truly understanding their business model, operational realities, and long-term goals — is the foundation of effective representation in any commercial lease negotiation. A lease is not just a legal document. It is a business instrument...
by brentlevison | Jul 1, 2024 | Tips
Florida has distinct taxation policies that distinguish it from other states. Notably, it imposes sales tax on commercial rentals and has been gradually reducing the sales tax rate in recent years. Individuals and businesses involved in leasing or renting commercial...
by brentlevison | Jun 9, 2023 | Tips
As a commercial landlord, it’s important to understand the potential risks associated with hazardous materials and substances, as well as the environmental laws related to them. Negotiating hazardous materials provisions in retail and office leases can be complex and...
by brentlevison | Feb 8, 2023 | Tips
Once you’ve located that “perfect” space and location, and you and the landlord have agreed to a Letter of Intent on the key terms, such as the rental amounts, you still have much to do before finalizing the lease. Two important clauses (most frequently in...
by brentlevison | Jul 8, 2021 | Tips
Retail leases can be very daunting to a non-professional or anyone who is not interested in reading 50 pages of legal jargon. Lease issues are governed by a very specific, dynamic and complex area of real estate law. Oftentimes, the review and analysis or lease issues...
