What Should You Know Before Signing a Commercial Lease?
Why Is Reviewing a Commercial Lease So Important? A commercial lease is one of the most significant commitments a business can make. Understanding obligations, negotiating key terms, and identifying...
Retail Lease Checklist: What to Review Before You Sign
Leasing retail premises is a major commitment. A poorly negotiated lease can lock your business into high costs, restrictive terms, or legal disputes. Understanding key terms and seeking legal advice...
What Should You Look Out for When Reviewing a Commercial Lease?
A commercial lease can define the future success—or failure—of your business. Whether you’re opening a new site, relocating, or renegotiating terms, the lease agreement holds more weight than it first...
What Legal Steps Should You Take Before Selling Your Business?
Selling a business is a big decision, and getting it right means planning ahead. From structuring the deal to ensuring you get paid on time, there are several legal factors to consider. Here’s how you...
Do you have an Option to Renew on your Retail Lease?
Are you aware of the critical aspects of an Option to Renew in your Retail Lease? If not, this blog provides insights on how to exercise an option to renew and highlights the key obligations of the la...
Commercial Lease or Retail Lease? An Overview
There are two main types of leases available for businesses looking to rent premises: retail leases and commercial leases. Often, the differences between the two can cause confusion. While these lease...
What is the difference between a lease and licence?
Despite the popularity of online retail, there are certain attractions to still having a physical space for customers to touch and feel your goods and engage with your team. Businesses will typically...
What terms should be included in my retail lease?
Retailers frequently enter commercial leases for their bricks and mortar premises. While retail lease terms will vary depending on the relevant state legislation and specific circumstances, there are...
What legal issues do I need to consider when selling my business?
After deciding to sell your business and finding a buyer, it may be tempting to rush through the sale process and move onto your next business endeavour quickly. However, it is important to carefully...
What legal issues do real estate agents need to consider?
Businesses frequently engage real estate agents to deal with commercial leasing and sales. As such, it is important for both real estate agents and their clients to understand the legal framework of t...
RETAIL LEASES UPDATE – New Bill amends COVID-19 provisions
Following from the Premier’s announcement, on the 3 September 2020 the Victorian Government introduced the COVID-19 Commercial and Residential Tenancies Legislation Amendment (Extension) Bill 2020 (Bi...