Rent reduction for businesses due to COVID-19
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For those leasing commercial premises, you may be able to obtain a rent reduction to help bring your costs down during this difficult period.… Read More
How does a sub-lease work?
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A sub-lease arrangement can enable commercial tenants to recover rental and other costs for part or all of their leased premises.… Read More
What are the new tax rules for landlords?
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Government announces changes to bright-line test and interest deductions on residential property income.… Read More
Government rent relief scheme – not quite ready to roll
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The proposed scheme would provide a process to determine the level of rent relief available to small businesses and a mechanism to resolve lease disputes between landlord and tenant.… Read More
Getting commercial leases right: protect your premises and your cash flow
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Recent developments have shown just how important having a comprehensive, well-drafted lease is when things go wrong.… Read More
To lease or to buy? What’s best for your business?
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There are pros and cons to leasing and buying, so the answer will depend on your business and the stage it’s at.… Read More
Due diligence: 12 important things to be aware of
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What is involved in due diligence for a commercial building? Here’s why it’s such a good idea.… Read More
Are you really prepared to give that guarantee?
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Before giving a guarantee, whether it is for your children or your business, it pays to understand the worst case scenario.… Read More
Selling your business and assigning the lease?
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Even if you have successfully assigned your lease to a new tenant with landlord consent, you may still be liable on the lease.… Read More
Not paying the rent?
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It’s worthwhile knowing where you stand with your lease if you are a tenant who has not been keeping up with rent payments, or if you are a landlord and your tenant has not been paying the rent. … Read More