Guide to Leasing Commercial Property in Mid-Missouri

Before signing a lease for commercial property, know your rights & responsibilities as a commercial tenant

Before signing a commercial lease, it’s important to understand everything that goes into your lease. The first step is to know your rights as a tenant. While Missouri has no specific commercial leasing protections for tenants, there are still several requirements that must be met in a lease. This includes the exact measurement of usable space you’ll have access to, the rent and additional features you will be financially responsible for, your options for remodeling or modifications, and more. If you are concerned about addendums in your commercial lease, you should consult a real estate consultant or attorney. Lindner Properties is proud to provide tenant representation services for business owners in Mid-Missouri and Destin, FL.

Ready to lease an office, restaurant, or service-based commercial property? Research the location & landlord or property management company before you sign your commercial lease

Operating a business, especially one where your clients or customers are expected to visit you, is all about location! That is why you must research the location of your potential rental property. If the local demographics don’t align with your target market or the location is difficult to find, it may be time to find an alternate location for your business. In addition to researching your rental property location, you should also look into your landlord or property management company. Do they have a good reputation amongst their current or previous tenants? Are they easy to work with and responsive to your questions? Ask yourself these questions and more before you sign a lease.

How to know what is included (and not included) in a mid-Missouri commercial rental lease

Be an informed and prepared commercial tenant by understanding what is and is not included in your commercial lease. When winter comes, it’s good to know who is responsible for shoveling snow and clearing sidewalks and parking lots. Is that your responsibility or will the property management company take care of plowing and salting? Do you want to make alterations to your rented commercial property? Your lease should outline the changes you can make, such as painting, hanging shelving, or performing a renovation. Additionally, your lease must include rules for how the property can be used. If your business operations are too loud or negatively impact your neighboring businesses, you may be in trouble with the landlord. Learn how to understand the limitations of your commercial lease with Lindner Properties Commercial Leasing Guide.