Articles by Kristine Biason

December 1, 2017

A Guide to Retail Lease Disputes in Queensland

Relations between a retail shop tenant and their landlord don’t always go smoothly. Disputes can...

November 7, 2017

I am a Lessee. Do I Have to Pay Key Money to My Landlord?

If you are about to enter or renew a business lease, you may encounter a...

July 27, 2017

What Expenses Does a Retail Lease Tenant Pay in Victoria?

Retail leasing legislation differs between each state and territory in Australia. As a result, the...

April 27, 2017

What Happens to the Goods a Tenant Leaves Behind?

Many businesses who enter a retail or commercial lease fit out their premises with their...

March 23, 2017

5 Points Tenants Should Look For in a Repairs and Maintenance Clause

Broadly speaking, there are two types of commercial leases:  commercial, and retail. Unlike commercial leases,...

March 14, 2017

When Are Commercial Lease Negotiations Binding?

For any business owner that intends to operate from a premises or has had experience...

March 14, 2017

How Do I Assign a Retail Lease in NSW?

Most retail lease tenancies are on the basis that the lessee will occupy the premises...

March 14, 2017

4 Tips Before Entering a Retail Lease

Although each state has different laws covering retail leases, there are several consistencies. One point to...

March 14, 2017

Due Diligence Tips For Commercial Premises

For new business owners who are considering starting or purchasing a business, it can be...

March 14, 2017

7 Ways Western Australian Retail Lease Legislation Protects Tenants

The Commercial Tenancy (Retail Shops) Agreements Act 1985 (the Act) is the primary legislation that...