Leasing

When you buy or sell a rent roll, it is easy to focus on the purchase price. However, this type of exchange is more complex than a standard asset transaction, and problems can occur after the initial deal is done. Queensland rent roll retention claims determine how much of the sale price is ultimately paid…

Signing a commercial lease is one of the biggest commitments a Queensland business will make. The terms of your lease have the potential to affect your financial health and business flexibility for years. This is why it’s important to understand not only what should be in your lease, but also what shouldn’t. An experienced commercial…

When it comes to commercial leasing, personal guarantees play an important role in protecting the rights and assets of property owners and tenants.  When you’re leasing a shopfront or negotiating terms for a new business premises, it’s well worth understanding what a personal guarantee actually means and why it matters before you sign on the…

Lease security is a financial or personal guarantee a tenant provides to protect the landlord if the tenant fails to meet their obligations under a commercial lease. When you enter a commercial lease, your landlord or property manager is more than likely to request some form of security.  This is the property owners’ way of…

Signing a commercial lease is a big step when you operate a business. From the location to the quality of the premises to the specific terms of the agreement, this document can affect your long-term success. It is tempting to rush into a lease agreement without fully understanding the terms, but this can lead to…

When you rent a non-residential property in Queensland, you will either sign a commercial or a retail lease. The inclusions and requirements for each are different. Before you sign, it’s important to know the difference between a commercial and retail lease so you can confirm you have the right type of agreement in place. Note:…

If you own a real estate agency, buying a rent roll can be an excellent way to boost your properties under management without the need to onboard one new client at a time Similarly, if you have spent many years overseeing a rent roll and want to extract some of the profits from your business,…

When you purchase property in Queensland with a partner, friend, or family member, you’ll need to figure out if you should buy as joint tenants or tenants in common.  While the difference between these two forms of ownership might seem technical, it can have significant implications for property ownership, inheritance and estate planning. Take a…

Leasing out a commercial property in Queensland can be a smart way to grow your income, but several factors must be considered to ensure you choose the right tenants and generate the returns you want. Based in Caboolture, our property law team has helped commercial landlords across Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, and surrounding areas navigate…