Congratulations! Your company has expanded its footprint through a successful acquisition. Now comes the process of integrating the new locations into your existing operations. One crucial area demanding attention: lease management.
If you're leasing a commercial space, you might come across a lease structure that includes percent rent. This model allows you to pay a base rent plus a percentage of your gross sales, which can be a great option for businesses looking to manage costs during slower sales periods. But how does percent rent work from a tenant’s perspective, and what should you keep in mind when it's time to pay?
If you’re a multi-unit operator in the retail or restaurant industry, you know that managing percentage rent across different leases can be a daunting task. Percentage rent is a type of lease arrangement where you pay a base rent plus a percentage of your sales once those sales exceed a set threshold (the breakpoint). While this setup offers flexibility, the complexities multiply when dealing with several locations, each with unique terms.
Percentage rent is a common feature in commercial leases, particularly in the retail sector, where it allows landlords to benefit from the success of their tenants. But while the concept is straightforward, the process of calculating and managing percentage rent can be complex and time-consuming. To help you navigate this aspect of lease management, here’s a step-by-step guide to processing percentage rent.
For restaurant and retail chains juggling leased locations, the specter of ASC-842 looms large. This complex accounting standard, demanding comprehensive lease recordkeeping, often triggers groans and late-night spreadsheet sprints. But what if the real culprit behind your ASC-842 woes isn't the standard itself, but the disconnect between your lease administration and accounting departments?
A look ahead to This Year’s Restaurant Finance and Development Conference: Introducing Property Works' New Transaction Support Services As you gear up for the Restaurant Finance & Development Conference, there's something special cooking at Property Works. We're thrilled to introduce our brand-new Transaction Support Service, tailored for operators acquiring new locations and private equity groups acquiring new portfolios. This innovative service is designed to streamline post-closing integration, making the process smoother and more efficient than ever before.
5 Best Practices to Build a Real Estate-Driven Multi-Unit Company In the landscape of multi-unit businesses, real estate should be more than just a supporting player – it should be woven into the very fabric of your organization's decision-making process. Real estate acts as the vital thread connecting all activities beneath the real estate umbrella to your management's overarching goals. In essence, it becomes the primary tool for achieving your company's mission.
