Renewing your office lease? Negotiate it like you're ready to move.
Your landlord knows what it costs you to leave. I make sure you know what staying should cost.
How I negotiate your renewal
Review your lease
I find your renewal option, your notice deadline, and how renewal rent is set. Missing a deadline can cost you rights you already have.
Benchmark the market
I put together a survey of comparable spaces nearby, so we know what your space is really worth today.
Create real options
If it makes sense, we tour alternatives, so your landlord knows moving is on the table.
Negotiate the whole package
Rent, free rent, annual increases, a refresh of the space, term length, and room to expand or exit.
Yes, I help even if you never move
Most tenants think a broker is only for finding new space. But a renewal is often where the biggest savings are, because landlords count on tenants signing to avoid the hassle of moving. Bringing in a tenant rep tells your landlord you're weighing your options, and that alone changes the conversation.
Recent renewal results
A lower rent without moving
The landlord opened with a 3% increase. The final renewal came in 2.6% below the prior rent.
Read the case study →A better space for about the same rent
Hired to negotiate a renewal, the client moved two blocks into a brighter space, 30% larger, for about the same rent.
Read the case study →When should I start my renewal?
Ideally, you should start the planning process anywhere from 6 to 12 months before your lease expires. The earlier we start, the more leverage you have.
Common questions about lease renewals
Should I use a broker for a lease renewal?
Yes. A renewal is often where the biggest savings are, and many of my engagements start as renewals.
Who pays the commission on a lease renewal?
Typically the landlord, the same as on a new lease.
Can I just negotiate with my landlord myself?
You can. But your landlord's team negotiates leases every day, and they know you'd rather not move. Market data and real alternatives are what create leverage.
Lease coming up?
Tell me when it expires and I'll tell you where you stand.
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