In a major win for Florida's commercial real estate market, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Florida House Bill (HB) 7031, eliminating both the State Business Rent Tax and County Surtax on commercial leases effective Oct. 1, 2025....more
For years, upward-only rent reviews have been a cornerstone of the UK commercial property market, offering landlords and investors a reassuring degree of income security and predictability....more
You’re familiar with the boilerplate provisions, often under “Miscellaneous” at the end of a lease. Despite their B-side placement within the lease, these clauses can contain key lease terms. From integration and force...more
In negotiating leases, there are many potential pitfalls. Below, we highlight three common issues, as well as smart strategies that will lead to better outcomes at the negotiation table. A failure to distinguish important...more
What happens in Vegas definitely shouldn’t stay in Vegas—especially when it comes to sharing the dealmaking, relationship-building, and industry insights I observed during my first experience at ICSC Las Vegas in May....more
As of January 1, 2025, the Colorado Department of Revenue’s Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement Division implemented new liquor rules to enforce SB24-231, which became law in 2024. The new law vastly modified the alcohol industry...more
This article highlights some of the important differences between in-line leases, ground leases, and leases of stand-alone buildings for retail uses. Understanding the complexities of retail leases is essential for both...more
Two cases from different appellate districts in California have come to different conclusions about the enforceability of co-tenancy provisions. The Fifth District Court of Appeal in Grand Prospect Partners, L.P. v. Ross...more
A Code of Conduct for the Leasing of Retail Premises in Singapore (the Code) has been developed by the Fair Tenancy Pro Tem Committee (Pro-Tem Committee) set up by the Singapore Business Federation. The objective of the Code...more
Recent statistics indicate that tenants are asking for more from landlords in a variety of different asset classes, and most landlords are left with having to say yes. The leverage in lease negotiations appears to have...more
The Retail Shop Leases Amendment Bill 2015 (Qld) (Bill) was passed by the Queensland Parliament on 10 May 2016. The Bill gives effect to outcomes from the statutory review of the Retail Shop Leases Act 1994 (Act). Key...more