Wednesday, September 24, 2025

🏢 CRE Without the BS: A Real-World Guide for Small Business Owners

Commercial real estate shouldn’t feel like a secret society. If you’ve ever tried to lease or buy a space and felt buried in jargon, mystery fees, or broker-speak, you’re not alone. This guide is for the doers, the dreamers, and the gritty entrepreneurs who want clarity, not confusion.

🔍 What Counts as Commercial Real Estate?

Let’s break it down:

Retail spaces (think storefronts, salons, boutiques)

Office spaces (from solo suites to full floors)

Industrial/flex spaces (warehouses, workshops, hybrid zones)

Mixed-use buildings (live/work setups, combo retail + residential)

If it’s used for business, it’s CRE. 

🧠 Lease Lingo Decoded

Here’s are some common terms and what they really mean:

Triple Net Lease (NNN) - You pay rent plus taxes, insurance, and maintenance.
CAM Charges - Common Area Maintenance - can spike unexpectedly.
Build-out Allowance - Money the landlord may offer to customize a space.
Option To Renew - Your chance to stay longer, if you catch the deadline.

I translate every lease into plain English so you know exactly what you’re signing.

📍 Southern NH Market Snapshot

Right now, the CRE landscape is shifting:

Industrial flex spaces are hot—especially in Londonderry and Salem.

Retail corridors are seeing a revival in Derry and Exeter.

Office demand is leaning hybrid—smaller footprints, smarter layouts.

I track the trends so you don’t have to. And I’ll tell you when a “deal” isn’t one.

💬 Real Talk: Why This Space Matters

Your space isn’t just square footage—it’s your brand, your workflow, your customer experience. It’s where your business builds momentum. And you deserve a space that works as hard as you do.

I bring the no-BS energy to help you find it.

🚀 Ready to Ditch the Fluff?

If you’re tired of vague listings, confusing leases, and brokers who ghost you after the tour, let’s talk. I’ll help you cut through the noise, find the right space, and move forward with confidence.

📩 Call, text, DM me or email me

-Barb



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