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Our regular blogs provide essential retail industry insights covering topics on all things retail Leasing.
Retail Success: It’s Time to Thrive in Your Shopping Centre Lease
November 28, 2025
Leasing a store in a shopping centre comes with its own unique set of challenges and intricacies. For budding retailers, understanding these hurdles and how to navigate them, can make the difference between a flourishing business and a financial blunder.
Read more: Retail Success: It’s Time to Thrive in Your Shopping Centre Lease
Maximising Opportunity: The Power of Negotiating an Exclusive Use Clause in Your Retail Lease
October 28, 2025
In the bustling world of retail, securing a competitive edge is essential for success. One strategic tool often overlooked by many Tenants during Lease negotiations is the Exclusive Use Clause. This clause grants a Tenant the exclusive right to sell certain products or services within a shopping centre or precinct, significantly reducing direct competition and protecting the viability of your business in this location.
Read more: Maximising Opportunity: The Power of Negotiating an Exclusive Use Clause in Your Retail Lease
Your Retail Lease, Our Expertise: From Start to Finish, We’ve Got You!
September 26, 2025
“What is it exactly that you do?” Because let’s face it, Lease negotiations are complex, time consuming and often overwhelming. Put simply, we’re here to make the process easier, smarter and most importantly, better for you!
Read more: Your Retail Lease, Our Expertise: From Start to Finish, We’ve Got You!
Essential Tips for a Win-Win Retail Lease Negotiation
August 22, 2025
Embarking on a journey to secure a retail space can be both exhilarating and daunting for business owners. Whether you’re a seasoned retailer or a budding entrepreneur, signing a retail Lease is a significant commitment that comes with its own set of challenges.
Read more: Essential Tips for a Win-Win Retail Lease Negotiation
Profit and Percentages: The Scoop on Turnover Rent for Retailers
July 5, 2025
As a retail Tenant, navigating the landscape of leasing agreements can often feel overwhelming. Among the various terms you might encounter, “Turnover Rent” is one that stands out, often also called “Percentage Rent”.
Read more: Profit and Percentages: The Scoop on Turnover Rent for Retailers
Mastering Your Retail Lease: A Retailers Essential Guide to Disclosure Statements
June 25, 2025
Navigating the world of retail Leasing can often seem daunting, filled with complex terms and legal obligations that can leave you scratching your head.
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A Retail Tenants’ Guide to Shopping Centre Development Proposals
May 25, 2025
As a retail Tenant in a bustling shopping centre, few emails can shake your peace like the one announcing a new development proposal.
Read more: A Retail Tenants’ Guide to Shopping Centre Development Proposals
Securing Landlord Approval Before Buying a Business in Leased Premises
April 29, 2025
Purchasing a business that operates in a Leased premises is a significant commitment and one crucial aspect of this process is obtaining approval from the Landlord.
Read more: Securing Landlord Approval Before Buying a Business in Leased Premises
The Crucial Role of Cybersecurity in Your Retail Business
March 7, 2025
In today’s digital age, where everything from shopping to banking happens online, small businesses must prioritise cybersecurity.
Read more: The Crucial Role of Cybersecurity in Your Retail Business
Perfecting Trading Hours in Your Retail Lease Negotiations
February 20, 2025
In the busy world of retail and commercial real estate, negotiating trading hours can be a vital component of your Lease agreement.
Read more: Perfecting Trading Hours in Your Retail Lease Negotiations
Why Your Retail Lease Needs a Solid Business Plan
January 5, 2025
When it comes to securing the perfect retail space, you might think location and aesthetics take centre stage. But behind every successful Lease agreement is an essential element: a well crafted business plan.
Read more: Why Your Retail Lease Needs a Solid Business Plan
From Vision to Victory: How Strategic Lease Negotiations Secured Our Clients’ Growth
November 2, 2024
Our client Sarah had a single real estate agency in Brisbane targeting a particular demographic and was wanting to grow her business, by expanding into a new location with a similar profile.
Read more: From Vision to Victory: How Strategic Lease Negotiations Secured Our Clients’ Growth
Navigating the Fitout Process: Steps from Planning to Execution
October 17, 2024
Starting a new commercial Lease is a thrilling opportunity for any retail or business Tenant. Designing a space that reflects your brand’s identity is key to setting the stage for success.
Read more: Navigating the Fitout Process: Steps from Planning to Execution
What to Look for When Hiring a Lease Negotiator
September 24, 2024
Navigating the intricacies of a commercial Lease can be daunting, but the right Lease negotiator can make all the difference.
Read more: What to Look for When Hiring a Lease Negotiator
Understanding Outgoings for Retail Business: What are they and how are they charged?
August 24, 2024
When stepping into the world of retail and commercial leasing, it’s crucial to understand a term that often sends shivers down the spines of Tenants: Outgoings!
Read more: Understanding Outgoings for Retail Business: What are they and how are they charged?
The Essential Guide for Retail Tenants to Secure the Best Deal
July 17, 2024
Leasing a commercial or retail space is a significant step for any business. However, the process can be filled with legal jargon, hidden clauses and complex terms.
Read more: The Essential Guide for Retail Tenants to Secure the Best Deal
Unlocking Growth: Why Flexible Lease Terms are Vital for Fast Growing Businesses
June 18, 2024
Navigating the realm of commercial Leasing can be challenging, especially for fast growing businesses that require adaptability to thrive in fluctuating market conditions.
Read more: Unlocking Growth: Why Flexible Lease Terms are Vital for Fast Growing Businesses
Unlocking Added Value In Commercial Lease Negotiations
May 22, 2024
Navigating commercial Lease negotiations can be challenging, but with the right strategies, Tenants can secure valuable concessions that offer substantial savings without direct financial expenditure.
Read more: Unlocking Added Value In Commercial Lease Negotiations
Decoding Rental Jargon on Your Commercial Lease
April 19, 2024
Navigating commercial Lease negotiations can be challenging, but with the right strategies, Tenants can secure valuable concessions that offer substantial savings without direct financial expenditure.
Read more: Decoding Rental Jargon on Your Commercial Lease
Rent Logic: How a Fixed Increase Beats CPI Increase for Commercial Spaces
March 9, 2024
When it comes to entering a Lease on a commercial space, there’s always the question of how to handle annual rent increases. Some Landlords like to tie the rent to changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), while others prefer to keep it simple with fixed increases.
Read more: Rent Logic: How a Fixed Increase Beats CPI Increase for Commercial Spaces
Cashing in on Subleasing: Navigating Opportunities and Pitfalls
February 6, 2024
As the demand for flexibility in leasing arrangements continues to rise, subleasing has become an increasingly popular option for both businesses and individuals across numerous industries, allowing businesses to optimise space utilisation and cost management.
Read more: Cashing in on Subleasing: Navigating Opportunities and Pitfalls
Top 10 Things To Know Before Signing a Commercial Lease
January 4, 2024
Entering into a commercial Lease is a significant commitment for any business. It requires careful consideration to ensure that the Lease terms align with your business objectives and financial capabilities.
Read more: Top 10 Things To Know Before Signing a Commercial Lease
Can I get out of my Retail Lease?
November 13, 2023
Circumstances can change and unforeseen economic conditions can sometimes mean that you outgrow your current location, or a downturn could result in your current space being too much for your requirements going forward.
Read more: Can I get out of my Retail Lease?
Your Business Lease And…Should I Stay or Should I Go?
October 28, 2023
At some stage in the business lifecycle, every business, large or small, needs to evaluate whether they “STAY” and negotiate a renewal or “GO” and negotiate a new lease in a new location.
Read more: Your Business Lease And…Should I Stay or Should I Go?
How do I work out a Market Rent?
September 28, 2023
Rent on Commercial Leases. How much should I pay? As a regular part of the work we do in representing Tenants, one of the most common questions we are asked is “How much rent should I be paying”?
Read more: How do I work out a Market Rent?
How a Beautician Saved Over $300,000 on Their First Retail Lease!
August 24, 2023
We were recently approached by a beauty industry business owner with an objective of opening five stores within the next two years.
Read more: How a Beautician Saved Over $300,000 on Their First Retail Lease!
Take it or Leave it?
July 30, 2023
Are you considering signing a Lease without negotiating the terms? Think twice before making a costly mistake! In this case study, we reveal the hidden pitfalls of blindly accepting Lease agreements and showcase how savvy negotiation can save you a fortune.
Read more: Take it or Leave it?
Am I still on the Hook for my Lease After I Sell my Business?
June 23, 2023
Most people don’t know that when you sell your business and assign your Lease, you are not always off the hook for the remaining Lease liability? What to do to ensure that your Lease doesn’t stay with you when you sell…
Read more: Am I still on the Hook for my Lease After I Sell my Business?
Lease Negotiator or Commercial Lawyer: Who does what?
May 2, 2023
A Lease Negotiator and a commercial lawyer each have an important role to play in the leasing process! You will need both and it is important to understand what each of these service providers do.
Read more: Lease Negotiator or Commercial Lawyer: Who does what?
10 Tips for a Tenant Negotiating a Commercial Lease Renewal with a Landlord
April 12, 2023
Preparing for and actually negotiating a renewal with your Landlord is a bit more serious and involved that just agreeing the rent and signing the paperwork.
Read more: 10 Tips for a Tenant Negotiating a Commercial Lease Renewal with a Landlord
The 5 Most Common Mistakes Tenants Make when Negotiating with Their Landlords
February 1, 2023
Commercial Tenants are business owners that specialise in delivering their chosen product or service. Landlords specialise in leasing out their properties for the highest rent they can.
Read more: The 5 Most Common Mistakes Tenants Make when Negotiating with Their Landlords
An Interview with a Tenant Representative, FAQ’s and What’s in it for Me?
October 10, 2022
Ryan Maddock of Maddocks Accounting & Advisory took some time to chat with Kelly Cunningham from Your Leasing Co, known for getting amazing results for their clients, and put some direct questions to her that all Tenants want to ask.
Read more: An Interview with a Tenant Representative, FAQ’s and What’s in it for Me?
How a Business Owner Saved over $141,000 on his Lease Renewal
August 18, 2022
Did you know that you should be reviewing the market rent and negotiating your rent before you renew it? Are you aware of all the other areas that you can negotiate to improve your position on your property lease?
Read more: How a Business Owner Saved over $141,000 on his Lease Renewal
How Landlords are Locking Tenants into new Leases with an Implied Lease
July 16, 2022
Put simply, sometimes the actions of the Landlord and the Tenant can unwittingly trigger an “Implied Lease”, even though no one has signed a formal Lease document.
Read more: How Landlords are Locking Tenants into new Leases with an Implied Lease
How to get $87,000+ in Savings and Value on your New Lease
February 11, 2022
Quite simply, a lease negotiation isn’t a negotiation when the Landlord feels as though they are in a more informed position and holds all the cards!
Read more: How to get $87,000+ in Savings and Value on your New Lease
Security on Commercial Leases
January 10, 2022
Personal Guarantees, Bank Guarantees, Security Deposits.… What does Security on Commercial Leases mean? What are the risks? Can I negotiate them out of my Lease?
Read more: Security on Commercial Leases
10 Tips for Tenants Negotiating a Retail Lease with their Landlord
October 25, 2021
It is generally accepted practice for a new lease or a renewal to be negotiated to reflect the trading strength of the tenant, the mix of terms being negotiated and the underlying market conditions.
Read more: 10 Tips for Tenants Negotiating a Retail Lease with their Landlord
5 Things to Know about Options to Renew in Commercial Leases
July 16, 2021
In our experience in working with Tenants to negotiate renewal terms, we often come across situations where a Tenant has an option.
Read more: 5 Things to Know about Options to Renew in Commercial Leases
The Tenants Dilemma…the Landlords Gain
May 13, 2021
Landlords are aware that time-poor tenants will often negotiate from an inferior position and place more emphasis on convenience above the lease cost and terms.
Read more: The Tenants Dilemma…the Landlords Gain