Office Leasing Mistakes to Avoid: A Tenant’s Guide to Making the Right Decision
Leasing office space is a big step for any business—whether you are a startup moving out of your home office or a growing company opening a new location. But it is also easy to make costly mistakes if you are unfamiliar with the complexities of office leasing. From signing inflexible contracts to choosing the wrong location, the wrong move can impact your bottom line and team productivity. Here is a breakdown of the most common office leasing pitfalls and how a seasoned commercial leasing & brokerage Dallas firm like Bradford Commercial Real Estate Services can help you avoid them. 1. Not Clearly Defining Your Space Needs Many tenants lease too much—or too little—space. What to do instead: Project growth over the lease term (headcount, departments, meeting rooms) Assess workspace preferences (open vs. private offices) Factor in collaboration, reception, and storage zones Bradford’s office leasing experts help you right-size your space and plan for flexibili...