The Puget Sound industrial market does not look like it did three years ago. Vacancy is up, recent quarters have..
Author: Kim Sandher
Early termination clauses in Washington commercial leases: what they mean for tenants and landlords
Early termination clauses control the most expensive flexibility in a commercial lease. The clause looks small on the page. The..
Why you should not rely on AI to write your commercial lease (and what it actually misses)
Consider this hypothetical: a Seattle entrepreneur signs a five-year lease for a flex industrial space in SoDo. The lease was..
What your property manager legally cannot do for you in Washington (and when you actually need an attorney)
Most commercial property owners assume their property manager can handle whatever comes up. The manager collects the rent, handles the..
Seattle’s Proposition 2 raised the B&O tax. Here’s what commercial landlords and their tenants should understand.
Here’s what changed on January 1, 2026: Seattle’s business and occupation tax rates went up, the exemption threshold shifted, and..
Seattle is rezoning 30 neighborhood centers. If you own commercial retail nearby, here’s what changes.
Seattle is creating 30 new neighborhood centers as part of the One Seattle Comprehensive Plan. If you own commercial retail..
Seattle Landlords: 5 Lease Provisions That Cost You Money When Tenants Go Dark (And How to Draft Them Right)
Consider this scenario: your retail tenant is still paying rent but they’re not actually operating the business. The storefront sits..
Do I need a lawyer if I already have a business broker helping me buy a business in Washington?
Yes, you should at least consider one. A business broker and a buyer’s attorney serve different functions. The broker facilitates..
What liabilities can transfer to a buyer in a Washington business purchase?
In an asset purchase, only the liabilities the buyer specifically agrees to assume should transfer. However, Washington law includes successor..
What should a buyer know before purchasing a business in Seattle, Washington?
Buying a business in Washington requires more than reviewing financial statements. A buyer needs independent due diligence covering the company’s..
