How Do You Get Your Security Deposit Back?

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Getting Your Security Deposit Back in the Current Office Lease Market Security deposits are a standard part of commercial office leases. While landlords can withhold a portion for repairs or unpaid rent, most aim for a smooth handover and full refund. Here’s how to maximize your chances of getting your deposit back: Early Communication is…

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Navigating Operating Costs and Common Area Maintenance Fees in a Commercial Office Lease

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Demystifying Operating Expenses and Common Area Maintenance in 2024 Commercial Leases Understanding your commercial lease goes beyond just rent. Two key terms that significantly impact your monthly costs are Operating Expenses (OPEX) and Common Area Maintenance (CAM). What’s the Difference?While often used interchangeably, there’s a subtle distinction: Is It Included in My Rent?Commercial leases are…

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How to Save Rent Dollars on Commercial Leases July 2024

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The 2024 Guide to Saving Money on Your Southern California Commercial LeaseThe commercial real estate landscape is constantly evolving, and in 2024, securing a favorable lease is more important than ever. Landlords negotiate deals every day, while most businesses only lease space every few years. This puts tenants at a disadvantage. Here’s how to level…

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Tenant Estoppels in 2024: What Southern California Tenants Need to Know


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The Sale or Refinance Process and You When a commercial office building changes hands, tenants can be caught in the middle with a document called a “Tenant Estoppel Agreement.” Landlords often present these for signature with a tight deadline, but tenants shouldn’t feel pressured to sign without careful review.
 What is a Tenant Estoppel Certificate?…

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The Reality of Office Leasing and COVID Today

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COVID has ushered in a new world within a mere six months. What is the reality of office space in this new era? Let’s look at some Tenant benefits and disadvantages. Tenants Can Expect Deferred Rent Deferred Rent now have an outline of repayment to their Landlords. The reimbursement plans are payments of the deferred…

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A Commercial Lease Case Study

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One of the most effective ways Mazirow Commercial can demonstrate the amount of money we save our clients on their commercial leases every year is by sharing our success stories. Believe it or not, a few cents can make thousands of dollars in difference in a commercial lease. One of our clients has been in…

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How to Save Rent Dollars on Commercial Leases

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Landlords lease office space 365 days a year, widening their potential for profit and negotiating to their advantage. When leasing commercial office space, there are several things to consider that tenants may not be aware of before they sign on the dotted line. How can businesses save rent dollars on their commercial office lease? Mazirow…

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Unlocking the Mystery Between Usable vs. Rentable Square Feet

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The difference between the usable square footage and rentable square footage can be a determining factor in selecting the most efficient office space for the location of your business. One of the questions tenants have about their commercial lease is: why am I paying rent on more space than I occupy? Tenants frequently misunderstand the…

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How Do You Get Your Security Deposit Back?

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Some landlords are notorious for keeping a portion of office security deposits to cover the costs of repairs and outstanding rent. Most office leases note what a tenant must to do to get a full refund of your security deposit. Mazirow Commercial suggests the steps you should take to get your money back at the…

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