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StartupsAugust 08, 2026 · 6 min read
Commercial Lease Agreement Checklist: 7 Clauses Founders Miss
Signing a office or warehouse lease? Check personal guaranty terms, maintenance responsibilities, and tenant improvement allowances.
Commercial leases carry long-term financial commitments. Unlike residential leases, commercial tenants have fewer statutory protections.
Personal Guaranty Provisions
Landlords often demand a personal guaranty from startup founders. Limit personal guarantees to a specific dollar cap or a rolling 6-month period.
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