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Why Are Landlord and Tenant Indemnity Obligations Different in a Commercial Lease?
Indemnity provisions are an important component of commercial lease agreements, defining the...
What is a Security Deposit Burn Down in a Commercial Lease?
In commercial real estate leasing, security deposits serve as a critical risk mitigation tool for...
Negotiating the definition of “Gross Sales” for Purposes of Calculating Percentage Rent in a Retail Lease
Negotiating the definition of sales, often referred to as "gross sales," is an important...
A Tenant’s Guide to Estoppel Certificates
When a landlord requests an estoppel certificate, commercial tenants should approach the document...
An Introduction to Operating Expenses in Commercial Leases
Introduction Operating expenses (OpEx) in a commercial lease can significantly impact a tenant’s...
A Guide to Negotiating a Permitted Use Clause in a Commercial Lease
A permitted use clause in a commercial lease defines and limits the type of business a tenant can...
Tips for a Commercial Landlords Dealing with Abandoned Tenant Property in Massachusetts
Commercial landlords in Massachusetts may occasionally find themselves dealing with property left...
What is the Significance of Signing a Commercial Lease ‘Under Seal’ in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts law contains certain legal traditions that may be unfamiliar to individuals and...
Escrow Provisions in a Commercial Purchase and Sale Agreement
A commercial real estate Purchase and Sale Agreement ("PSA") typically requires the buyer to make...
Negotiating Access Rights in a Commercial Real Estate Purchase Agreement
In a commercial real estate transaction, the Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) typically grants...