LOOKING TO EXPAND OR GROW YOUR BUSINESS ?
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Frank Dubas
JUDITH YOUSHOCK
Developer ’ s Representative / Commercial / Retail Property Manager
Rock Creek Corporate Center ( 570 ) 383-3900 • rockcreekcorporatecenter . com
Leasing office fic space can be a complicated cated and frustrating experience — especially if you aren ’ t prepared . While it is important to know exactly what you ’ re looking for , sometimes there are other factors to take into consideration — including location on , hidden den costs and other logistic needs .
Judith Youshock of Rock Creek Properties es has seen en the leasing process s from all angles and is offering these five steps to help businesses find their ideal location .
Step One : Develop a complete definition of your requirements . This could include meeting with all of your managers and department ent heads , as well as other key staff . Questions s to ask during these e meetings could include how many square feet you might need , what kind of facility you are looking for and determining a geographic location .
Step Two : Create a budget . Your budget will determine not only how much you will spend but also the type of building you will lease , be it new construction or an older facility . Your budget should also include the cost of any possible renovations , as well as facility upgrades .
Step Three : Consult an architect or space planner . Once your budget is in place , consult an architect or space planner to help draw up plans for your possible space so that you will have a clearer idea of what you are looking for when you are touring sites .
Step Four : Location , location , location . Your geographic location is only part of the equation when locating your business — does it have ample parking ? Is it handicapped accessible ? Is the facility located close to highways ? What are other nearby amenities ?
Step Five : Identify an agent or a broker . Your agent or broker will help you make your plans into a reality . He or she will select properties for you to tour , based on the criteria you identified above .
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