Guides

Leasing in New York, explained

• Sep 25, 2026

  Rentable vs usable square feet and the loss factor, explained

  Most people who look at space in New York eventually notice that the square footage on the listing doesn't match the space they can actually use.

• Sep 25, 2026

  How to read a New York commercial lease, clause by clause

  A New York commercial lease is usually a landlord's standard form with a long rider attached. The printed form covers the basics.

• Sep 25, 2026

  How much office space do you need per employee in 2026

  For years, office planning started with one number: a fixed amount of square footage per person, multiplied by headcount.

• Sep 25, 2026

  Gross vs net leases in NYC: what tenants actually pay

  Most NYC tenants look at one number first: the asking rent per square foot. That number rarely tells you what you will actually pay each month.