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Commercial Lease Terms

7 Essential Commercial Lease Types in 2026

2026 guide to the 7 commercial lease structures U.S. tenants encounter — NNN, gross, modified gross, and more. Who pays what, CAM tips, & what to...

Commercial Real Estate

Investor Conviction & Market Momentum

February 2026 CRE market update: 95% of investors plan increased buying activity, $562B projected volume, Fed leadership shift, & Virginia Beach...

How to Rent Commercial Office Space in 2026

How to rent commercial office space in 2026. A tenant-first guide covering hybrid work, lease types, negotiations, timelines, & how to secure better...

The AI Supercycle & The Maturity Wave

TenantBase’s January 2026 CRE newsletter covering AI data center growth, the $1.5T refinancing wave, office flight-to-quality, and Nashville market...

Private Offices in 2026

Private offices in 2026: how to compare flexible office options, understand total cost of occupancy, and choose the right space with confidence.

Partner Broker Highlight

Partner Broker Highlight: Angela Fontes

TenantBase sits down with Las Vegas tenant-rep broker Angela Fontes to discuss relationship-first brokerage, tenant advocacy, and building...

Partner Broker Highlight

Partner Broker Highlight: Matthew Bustamante

Matthew Bustamante shares his path into commercial real estate, his tenant-rep approach across retail, office, and industrial, and how TenantBase...

Partner Broker Highlight: Mike Hammond

Meet DC tenant-rep expert Mike Hammond — on warm calling, long-term value in today’s office market, and how TenantBase helps him connect with the...

Finding the Right Fit for Your Business

Learn why tenant representation matters in 2026 and how TenantBase connects your business with the right local tenant rep for a smarter, more...

Partner Broker Highlight: Kathy Gigac

Partner Broker Highlight featuring Kathy Gigac, Managing Director & Tenant Representative at Avison Young. Discover her unexpected path into...

Partner Broker Highlight: Matt Watson

Discover how Austin, TX broker Matt Watson builds client trust through consistency, insight, and TenantBase’s tenant-first approach to leasing.

Office Tips

Tips to Negotiating a Commercial Lease

Negotiating a commercial lease can be tough, which is why TenantBase wants to take the hard work off of your hands. Find your perfect office space...

Office Tips

Take This Checklist on Every Office Space Tour

We’ve created an Office Space Tour Checklist to streamline your office search efforts, save you time, and help you find the perfect space for your...

Office Tips

Do I get Perks With my Lease?

Make sure to sneak some free benefits into the deal. Check out some perks you can expect when moving into your office space!

TenantBase How-To

Finding the Right Fit | Types of Office Space

Office space comes in many shapes and sizes and it's easy to get overwhelmed. Let us introduce you to some trending spaces, like creative office...

Office Space

The Future of Coworking Spaces to Come

The boom of coworking spaces is here and it only seems to be getting bigger by the minute. What will they look like in the near future? We discuss...

Lease Negotiation

Triple Net Lease: The Pros & Cons

Are you wondering if a Triple Net Lease (NNN) is right for you and your business? Our guide will help you make the right decision.

Commercial Lease

Key Terms in a Commercial Lease Agreement

Entering into a new commercial lease agreement for your organization will likely have an impact in a variety of different ways. Using this guide,...

Commercial Real Estate

How to Maximize Your Online Presence

Are you positioned to win new business as consumers and companies are making decisions based on online profiles?

Awareness

COVID-19 Rent Relief: Glossary of Options

Many business owners are currently evaluating their rent relief options with the commercial space while facing uncertainty about the future.

What is Flexible Space Costing You?

Flexible space has radically changed how companies think about renting office space. Here’s how to understand its costs and benefits.

Insider

Nashville Office Market Outlook - 2019

Commercial Office Space in Nashville. A 2019 outlook with industry insights on the office and industrial market conditions in Nashville for office...

Office Tips

Office Design Trends for 2019

The latest office design trends in 2019. See the most popular office design trends being used in businesses of all sizes to attach and maintain...

Insider

Atlanta Class-A Market Outlook - 2019

Class A Commercial Office Space in Atlanta, Georgia. A 2019 outlook with industry insights on the office market conditions in Atlanta for Class A...

Client Spotlight

CLIENT SPOTLIGHT: Cultivate Acupuncture

Learn more about Cultivate Acupuncture which focuses on lifelong solutions for maintaining women's health. TenantBase helped find Cultivate new...

New Office

The New Office Space Checklist

With the New Office Checklist, you can stay organized to ensure a smooth transition between office spaces.

Types of Office Space

Coworking Spaces By the Numbers

Are coworking spaces around for the long haul? Are they viable? We say YES (and the numbers do too).

Types of Office Space

What Exactly Is Flex Office Space?

Flex space is a space that fits all of your company needs under one roof. We're breaking down if you should consider moving your company into a flex...

Client Spotlight

CLIENT SPOTLIGHT: JUICE ANALYTICS

Juice Analytics offers data visualization software through it's platform JuiceBox. Learn more about their company and new office space in Nashville,...

Client Spotlight

CLIENT SPOTLIGHT: FYND TALENT

Fynd Talent is a disrupter in the recruiting world. Learn about their business and their new office space in the Arts District of Downtown, Los...

Office Tips

Six Questions to Ask Your Commercial Movers

After all of your hard work finding a new office space, make sure you finish the job by hiring the right movers. Our handy list of questions will...

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight: Integritas Resources

Lindy Werges took the time to chat with me about entrepreneurship, women and minorities in business, and what influenced her ultimate decision on her...

Lease Negotiation

The Guide to Negotiating a New Office Lease

We've created a concise but highly informative set of best practices – the Guide to Negotiating a New Office Lease – for all prospective tenants...

Lease Negotiation

Negotiating Your Tenant Improvement Allowance

Negotiating your tenant improvement allowance is an important component of the lease negotiation process, giving you financial means within your...

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight: Dunn's River Brands

Dunn's River Brands, a growing company that mentors beverage brands, opened their initial office space in Frisco, TX.

Office Space

Which Office Design is Right for My Startup?

At Tenant Base, we recognize how important office design is to every startup, no matter the industry, and have prepared a concise but insightful...

Client Spotlight: My Local Plumber

Denise Rodriguez, founder of My Local Plumber, shares her story of finding the perfect office space and warehouse in North Dallas.

Office Space

4 Office Design Trends for 2018

TenantBase has identified four office design trends for 2018 that can help make your office space both inviting and productive.

Types of Office Space

Top 13 Coworking Spaces in Nashville

Nashville coworking scene offers lots of options for a small business owner or entrepreneur. Check out the 13 Best Coworking spaces and how they...

Dallas

Dallas Real Estate Continues to Surge

With a skilled workforce, affordable housing, & top companies moving in, the Dallas real estate market is ranked 5th on a recent list of US markets...

Office Tips

How Much Office Space Do I Need?

"How Much Office Space Do I Need," you ask? Keep these 3 simple but important factors in mind to help you find the perfect office space that you need.

Orange County

Top 13 Coworking Spaces in Orange County

Coworking spaces are a great option for startups and entrepreneurs for office space. Here are our top 13 Coworking Spaces in Orange County.

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight: Willowbend Corporation

Willowbend Corporation, a database company in Dallas, came into contact with TenantBase to find their new office space in Plano, Texas north of...

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight: Sweet Candy Wholesale Inc

TenantBase worked with Adrian Guererro founder and owner of Sweet Candy Wholesale Inc to find the perfect warehouse space in Anaheim California.

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight: Luxe CoachCraft

Luxe CoachCraft customizes high end specialty vehicles. Hear how this startup worked with TenantBase to find OC Flex space in South Bay.

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight: D' Andrews Bakery & Cafe

David Andrews starts his own Bakery and Cafe. TenantBase helps connect him with his new commercial property in Downtown Nashville.

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight: Weiser Security

Learn more about Weiser Security and their experience searching for office space in Orange County

Office Tips

What to Bring on Your Office Tour

Tours bring you one step closer to finding a new office space. Come prepared with the right tools and questions to get the most out of the time spent...

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight: Alpine Equipment Funding

We had the chance to talk with William Beaver about his office search experience and what he’s learned along the way while running Alpine Equipment...

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight: Redbear Films

When Redbear Films new studio space fell through TenantBase helped to find a warehouse space in Lake Forest on short notice.

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight: PURE

PURE essential oils subscription service in Dallas, TX talks about the challenges of leasing their first industrial/warehouse space with TenantBase.

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight: Drive Social Media

Drive’s growth has been explosive since this marketing and creative agency started in St. Louis in 2012.

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight: Burton Photography

For our latest Client Spotlight we got a chance to connect with Kauwanue Burton of Kauwuane Burton Studios in Dallas, TX.

Office Tips

Top Orange County Corporate Event Locations

Work hard, play hard. Words to live by! That's why we've compiled a list of some top Orange County corporate event locations for your next company...

Office Tips

Prepare Your Office for 2017

Learn how your startup or small business can take action to prepare your office space for improved performance going forward.

Office Tips

Finding Office Space [A Horror Story]

Finding an office space shouldn't give you the night sweats. And why we won't compromise our quality of service.

TenantBase How-To

Types of Office Space | Medical Space

One office space does not fit all, especially if you are looking for a medical office space. Let us show you how to find space for your medical...

Office Tips

Types of Space | Retail Office

The perfect office space can seem impossible to find, especially when you are looking for a home for your retail business.

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight | Redwood Code Academy

TenantBase Client Spotlight: Harrison Spain, CEO & founder of Redwood Code Academy, is providing 12-week intensive educational courses to empower...

TenantBase Tour Guide

We Just Launched Office Space Guides!

Discover the best place to relocate your office with TenantBase's Office Space Guides! For small businesses and startups.

Press

The Startup Series | TenantBase x OCPRENEUR

Imagine an event entrepreneurs left with tangible relationships with every investor in the room. This is the forum that Chelsea Cain and Naomi Grange...

TenantBase Tour Guide

The TenantBase Tour Guide | Aliso Viejo

Welcome to Aliso Viejo! You can easily work in Aliso Viejo office space and play in between the hilly valleys of this city. Soak in the sunshine and...

Orange County

TenantBase Tour Guide | Costa Mesa

Welcome to Tenant Base Tour Guides. This week we are featuring the beautiful city of Costa Mesa for those looking to find Costa Mesa office space!

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight | AXYZ

This week our client spotlight is Larry Daignault, Southwest Sales Manager at AXYZ International Inc, a leading global manufacturer of CNC router...

Orange County

The TenantBase Tour Guide | Irvine

As the biggest city in Orange County, Irvine has tons to offer. As one of the most prominent business centers in SoCal (Irvine office space is...

Orange County

Spotlight | Relocation Strategies

This week we spotlight Relocation Strategies, a service designed to help you move offices with less stress and money spent.

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight | Norooz Clinic Foundation

This week, our client spotlight is Nina Huynh, Executive Director of the Youth Program at Norooz Clinic Foundation and Event Coordinator for...

Orange County

The Tenant Base Tour Guide | Orange

Welcome to the latest edition of our new series, The TenantBase Tour Guide, for startups and businesses relocating to Orange City, California.

Orange County

The TenantBase Tour Guide | Newport Beach

We are excited to launch a new series, The TenantBase Tour Guide, for startups and businesses looking to set up shop in our favorite cities. Newport...

Office Tips

How Your Office Layout Affects Productivity

Employers and employees are beginning to truly understand the importance of the office layout in relation to productivity and overall happiness.

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight | Pennington Entertainment

This week, we welcome Shawn Pennington of newly established Pennington Entertainment, out of Nashville, TN. In today's Client Spotlight, we learn...

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight | AMI Orange County

This week, our client spotlight is Sebastian Emrani, CEO and cofounder of AMI in Orange County, CA. Together we explore the challenges of...

TenantBase How-To

How to Find the Perfect Small Office Space

For small businesses and startups, finding the perfect small office space can be difficult. Here's how to save time and money AND find your dream...

Client Spotlight

Client Spotlight | Therapy Space Nashville

TenantBase Client Spotlight: Marcus Geromes, cofounder of Therapy Space Nashville, describes his solution that supports new mental health...

TenantBase How-To

TenantBase Frequently Asked Questions

TenantBase helps you find the perfect small office space. Learn how and why on our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Nashville

Nashville Tower Being Put In The Shadows

The construction of the tower highlights the problems that arise with growth amid the booming downtown construction. Our real estate professionals...

Nashville

Tenant Star Legislation

Improving the energy efficiency of commercially leased buildings through voluntary cooperation between tenants and landlords, Tenant Star...

Nashville

Nashville Is On Fire For Commercial Property

An estimated 85 people a day were making their way to Nashville as of the end of 2014, and the pace has continued. Nashville's commercial property is...

Nashville

Nashville Offices Going Gig

Nashville is becoming a breeding ground for business. The rapid growth is attracting new industries and great technologies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does TenantBase work?

TenantBase reverses the traditional commercial real estate model. Instead of spending weeks searching listings and contacting landlords, tenants share their requirements — location, size, budget, and timing — and TenantBase matches them with qualified local tenant-rep brokers and relevant market options.

What does a tenant-rep broker actually do?

Tenant-rep brokers provide market expertise, advocate exclusively for tenant interests, and manage the leasing process from start to finish — space selection, negotiations, and concessions — helping reduce risk and improve outcomes at no direct cost to the tenant in most U.S. markets.

What's the difference between a gross lease and a net lease?

In a gross lease, one all-in rent payment covers most building expenses. In a net lease, tenants pay base rent plus some combination of property taxes, insurance, and CAM charges on top. Those pass-throughs can add 30–100% above the face rate, so understanding the structure before you tour is critical.

Who are the Partner Broker Highlights?

Partner Broker Highlights feature trusted tenant-rep brokers in TenantBase's network — their background, market expertise, and approach to representing tenants. It's designed to help businesses find and vet the right local advisor before starting a search.

How does TenantBase help me find the right space for my business?

TenantBase combines technology with local tenant advisors to match searches based on headcount, growth plans, budget, and timing — streamlining discovery and helping teams lease space that fits their operational and financial goals.