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...
October 26, 2023
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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...
May 27, 2022

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...
July 19, 2021
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Legal tips and tricks in the age of COVID-19

This has been a challenging few months for most businesses. Despite the chaos, you might be unaware that there are several opportunities available from a legal standpoint to help position yourself for...
June 12, 2020

Can I get out of my contract due to COVID-19?

At the time of writing this article, the Australian Government is continuing to announce increasing measures to shut down businesses, including many retailers, in order to slow or cease the spread of...
April 2, 2020

Lease renewals – Why timing is everything!

Just because there’s an option in your lease to roll over, is it really the best option for your business?The question “Should I stay or should I go?” is one that should be considered carefully, even...
August 20, 2019