Subletting
Your guide to successful subletting!
Subletting office space can be an attractive way to make good use of unused space and generate income at the same time. It offers flexibility for companies that want to reduce their rental costs or temporarily utilize surplus space. However, it is important to consider certain legal and practical aspects to avoid problems and ensure that subletting is successful.
Checklist for subletting
- Obtain landlord permission
- check the main rental agreement for clauses regarding subletting
- Obtain written consent from the landlord
- Clarify legal framework
- Check local laws and regulations regarding subletting
- Draw up a legally valid sublease agreement
- Set rental price
- Determine the market rent for comparable office space
- Take into account additional costs such as ancillary costs and maintenance
- Find suitable subtenants
- Place advertisements on suitable platforms or contact real estate agents
- Conduct interviews and check the creditworthiness of potential subtenants
- Draw up a sublease agreement
- Define the rental period, notice periods, and rental conditions clearly
- Ensure that all parties sign the contract
- Check insurance policies
- Check whether your insurance covers subletting
- Inform the subtenant about necessary insurance policies
- create handover report
- Document the condition of the office space upon handover.
- Have both parties sign the report.
- Maintain regular communication
- Ensure that the subtenant has your contact details.
- Clarify how maintenance requests and other issues will be handled.
By carefully planning and considering these points, you can ensure a smooth and successful sublease.
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