Tenant Resources

While a commercial space can look great in photos and hit all your aesthetic requirements, digging a little deeper to ensure details such as financing and legal obligations are met is essential. You don't want to be two weeks into opening your new bar and realizing there are noise restrictions in ...

Commercial leases are legally and fiscally complex agreements. Even if you've signed a residential lease before, you'll be shocked by the changes in terminology, obligations, costs, and legal duties that are attached. Also, leasing a commercial space can take significantly longer (sometimes years) ...

Signing the dotted line on a commercial space for rent is when things start to get real for many business owners. All the planning, research, and hard work culminate in this significant moment. It's an exciting time but can also be nerve-racking—especially if you aren't 100% convinced about the ...

Although thinking about the worst-case scenario is unpleasant, retail store owners must plan effectively for the future to mitigate risks. While there are essential steps such as security measures and fireproofing, taking out retail business insurance will protect your hard work from mishaps and ...

Is a square foot really a square foot? When it comes to commercial real estate, there are different classifications for the space and area of your building, falling under the headings rentable vs. usable space. While it might not seem like much, knowing the difference between these figures is ...

It's easy to cast off property managers as detached or faceless mediators in real estate dealings driven only by profit. However, at Kenwood Management, we believe property management can be more than just collecting rent and number crunching. When it comes to commercial real estate, when our ...

Lately, talent acquisition and retention have been top of mind for many businesses. You’ve probably heard of “The Great Resignation” and the migration of talent. It started at the onset of the pandemic and is still very relevant. It’s left a lot of businesses wondering what they can do to keep ...

Marketing. Every business needs it if they want to grow their customer base. However, the realm of marketing is vast and small businesses have limited resources. The hard truth is that you can’t do it all. Instead, small businesses can optimize both their time and effort by focusing their marketing ...

Moving into a commercial space is a big step for small businesses. It’s a coming-of-age sign that your products or services are growing in demand. As exciting as it may be to have an official office or retail location, choosing the right commercial space requires a lot of forethought. After all, ...

Updated March 21, 2023 Moving your small business into its first commercial space is an exciting time for both you and your business. However, it can be a bit daunting when the landlord puts the lease in front of you to sign. Don’t go into it blind. In Episode 3 of Tenant Talk (Season 2), Kenwood ...