The end of the ratchet clause ambush The ratchet clause has long been a dirty word to businesses with commercial tenancies. More than 95 percent of leases have a ratchet clause. Traditionally they never advantage the tenant… The ratchet clause has long been a dirty word to businesses with commercial tenancies. More than 95 percent of leases have a ratchet clause. Traditionally they never advantage the tenant. Continue reading “The end of the ratchet clause ambush”
Cutting off your nose to spite your face In today’s volatile economy, I’ve noticed some old wisdom coming to the fore. As everyone searches for answers, some standard old fashioned approaches are proving to be wise counsel. For instance, the old saying “Don’t cut off your nose to spite your face” comes to mind. It’s been my experience in many years of property lease negotiations that competitiveness, combativeness… In today’s volatile economy, I’ve noticed some old wisdom coming to the fore. As everyone searches for answers, some standard old fashioned approaches are proving to be wise counsel. For instance, the old saying “Don’t cut off your nose to spite your face” comes to mind. It’s been my experience in many years of property lease negotiations that competitiveness, combativeness, Continue reading “Cutting off your nose to spite your face”
