How should I compare two commercial lease proposals?

Put both proposals on the same timeline and compare total costs, cash due before occupancy, repair responsibility, flexibility and operational fit.

Zach Walker · Sable Commercial Realty resources
Published October 4, 2026

Work through the decision

List rent increases, additional charges, improvements, concessions and expected exit costs. A free-rent period can be useful, but it should be considered alongside the full term and the conditions attached. Have the written obligations reviewed before committing.

Questions to bring to the conversation

• Use the same occupancy period for both scenarios.
• Show assumptions and unknown costs separately.
• Compare access, layout and growth options alongside price.

General planning information. Verify costs, conditions and requirements for the specific property and proposed transaction.