{"id":2341,"date":"2016-08-02T10:21:23","date_gmt":"2016-08-02T17:21:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.officefinder.com\/officeblog\/?p=2341"},"modified":"2016-07-22T10:32:40","modified_gmt":"2016-07-22T17:32:40","slug":"avoiding-office-leasing-mistakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.officefinder.com\/officeblog\/avoiding-office-leasing-mistakes\/","title":{"rendered":"Avoiding Office Leasing Mistakes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-1458 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.officefinder.com\/officeblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/Oops.jpg\" alt=\"Office Leasing Mistakes Oops\" width=\"150\" height=\"140\" \/>With so many varied options for leasing office space, it can seem insurmountable to find just the right spot\u00a0to meet your needs as well as those of your business! \u00a0However, a few simple steps can help you in avoiding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.officefinder.com\/scripts\/search.cfm?SearchInput=office+leasing+mistakes&amp;submit=Search\">office leasing mistakes<\/a> and\u00a0find the best office option for you and your employees so that everyone feels welcome, productive and happy. Here are 3 suggestions that will make a big difference in avoiding office leasing mistakes for you in your search for office space.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Try using a broker instead of &#8220;going out on your own&#8221;.<\/strong> \u00a0Many smaller businesses attempt to seek future office space by way of classified ads, online postings, or even Craigslist. \u00a0Obviously, this can have negative consequences for numerous reasons, not least of which can include\u00a0fraudulent rentals or misrepresented properties. \u00a0Hence, using a office space referral service or agent can prevent these problems before they begin. For brokers, there is no cost to you for their services.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plan for what is needed beforehand.<\/strong> \u00a0How much space is truly needed now and in 3 years? \u00a0How many employees do you have?\u00a0 What kind of layout do you want? How many clients visit your office for in-person service? \u00a0Do you have conferences on premise, and if so, how many people generally attend them? \u00a0How much parking is available, and is it enough for employees as well as any visitors you might anticipate? \u00a0Giving thought to these scenarios can help you effectively predict not only how large or small of an office is necessary for your firm, but can also help you remain within budgetary constraints.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Think ahead!<\/strong> \u00a0Much like apartment rentals, individuals or companies will oftentimes leave renewals or potential moves to the very last minute, which can severely limit their options for negotiating new leases in their existing offices\u00a0or finding desirable new locations. \u00a0By preparing a few months\u00a0ahead, you will then have enough time to weigh all your options, check in with your office space rental agent, negotiate a lease or a move, and keep your employees informed. \u00a0This approach is a win-win for everyone and helps to avoid unneeded stress!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Keeping things simple is a great way to go when considering new office space. \u00a0To help streamline your search for the perfect go-to place for your firm,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.officefinder.com\/office_space_search\/\">contact us<\/a>\u00a0today to assist in finding your office oasis and \u00a0Avoiding Office Leasing Mistakes!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With so many varied options for leasing office space, it can seem insurmountable to find just the right spot\u00a0to meet your needs as well as those of your business! \u00a0However, a few simple steps can help you in avoiding office leasing mistakes and\u00a0find the best office option for you and your employees so that everyone\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.officefinder.com\/officeblog\/avoiding-office-leasing-mistakes\/\">Read More 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