When a tenant’s lease renewal comes up, it should be straightforward. But often it turns into a power play. Tenants may bluff about leaving, quote bad market data, or drag things out until the last minute to pressure landlords into concessions.

In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Now, Karly Iacono breaks down how landlords can spot these tactics early, hold firm using data, and leverage the lease itself to stay in control. From renewal options and notice periods to escalation clauses and expense reconciliations, this episode is your playbook for navigating one of the most critical moments in asset management.

What you’ll learn:

- The most common “games” tenants play during renewals—and how to recognize them

- Why knowing your market rent, vacancy rates, and replacement costs changes the dynamic

- The lease clauses you must review before sitting down at the table

- How and when to let a tenant walk to reposition for stronger returns

If you own or manage commercial real estate, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.

📞 For speaking engagements, collaborations, or investment insights, contact Karly Iacono at karly.iacono@cbre.com | 📱 201-600-3237

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Lease Renewal Games: How Landlords Stay in Control

Commercial Real Estate Now