I'm planning on doing the unthinkable and starting a business that requires a physical presence.
Before I start, let me say three things:
1. I have searched extensively for this information.
2. I will talk to real-estate agents in the near future, but for now I am at least trying to get informed to the point I don't sound like a total fool.
3. If anybody reads this and feels knowledgeable enough, I'd be happy to pay a consulting fee for a little bit of your time.
I'm having a hard time finding information on setting-up retail locations.
My primary issue is that any space I lease will need to be built-up. I will be adding a few rooms and showers. The problem is, I have no idea how this normally works in a commercial lease.
I've heard everything from the landlord should give me $35+ per sq ft to do my initial buildout, to I have to pay for everything if the landlord even allows it. Does anybody have experience in this domain?
Also, when building inside of a commercial/retail space, what are the typical requirements? Do I need architects, engineers, and licensed contractors to do the work? Obviously I am asking only generally. No matter what responses I get I will contact the appropriate authorities (once I identify them).
Anyway, I'd be eternally indebted to anybody who can shed some light on this subject.
Before I start, let me say three things:
1. I have searched extensively for this information.
2. I will talk to real-estate agents in the near future, but for now I am at least trying to get informed to the point I don't sound like a total fool.
3. If anybody reads this and feels knowledgeable enough, I'd be happy to pay a consulting fee for a little bit of your time.
I'm having a hard time finding information on setting-up retail locations.
My primary issue is that any space I lease will need to be built-up. I will be adding a few rooms and showers. The problem is, I have no idea how this normally works in a commercial lease.
I've heard everything from the landlord should give me $35+ per sq ft to do my initial buildout, to I have to pay for everything if the landlord even allows it. Does anybody have experience in this domain?
Also, when building inside of a commercial/retail space, what are the typical requirements? Do I need architects, engineers, and licensed contractors to do the work? Obviously I am asking only generally. No matter what responses I get I will contact the appropriate authorities (once I identify them).
Anyway, I'd be eternally indebted to anybody who can shed some light on this subject.
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