Renting a professional office is an important step in your career path. There are several questions you need to ask yourself: where would you like to set up your business, what type of office you need, what will be its surface area, how long will your lease be, whether you will be able to customize your professional space, etc. The answers to these questions will guide your decisions.
You’re launching your professional activities, and you’re eager to rent your first office, or your business is growing, and you need more space.
In either case, you’ll need to ask yourself certain questions before signing your lease. In this article, Groupe Accueil International, with its vast experience in commercial towers, helps you see things more clearly.
How to Rent Office Space in Montreal: Questions to Ask Yourself
Where Would You Like to Set Up Your Business?
First, it’s important to choose a location that’s easily accessible for your clients or patients.
Be sure to consider proximity to major roads, public transit, local amenities, and to take into account the overall synergy within the tower, etc.
Define the scope of your activities, then focus on finding office space that best suits your business needs.
Groupe Accueil International’s portfolio of commercial buildings includes offices for rent in downtown Montreal, as well as offices close to major highways, hospitals, and other local amenities.
What Type of Office Do You Need?
To start, it’ll be helpful to determine what type of office best suits your needs. Do you want a space with closed offices or an open space concept?
Plan whether you need a reception area to welcome patients, an attractive waiting room, a conference room, a kitchenette, etc.
Given your activities, do you need special facilities for your equipment?
These factors are key to the next steps in your professional journey.
Who Are the Other Tenants in the Commercial Tower?
Learn more about the other tenants in the building. This will give you a good sense of the types of activities that take place on a daily basis. Do they align with, or differ from, your field of expertise?
What is the Desired Space Area?
More importantly, you need to determine the floor space required to carry out your activities. Too much space will cost you money every month, while too little space will hinder your daily operations.
It’s therefore essential to determine the number of square feet you need to maximize your activities and your budget.
When visiting properties, ask about the floor space and, ideally, request a floor plan and a general information package.
How Much Rental Fees Can You Afford to Pay Monthly?
Set a budget in advance for your business rental office. Don’t hesitate to ask the landlord what costs are included in the rent.
Also take the time to ask about annual increases and other costs that may arise along the way. This will help you avoid unpleasant surprises.
Finally, ask about the cost of basic rent, common charges, exterior advertising signs, design services for layout, etc. Be aware of all the costs involved so that you can set a budget for them in your fixed expenses.
What Type of Layout Are You Looking For?
Take the time to discuss this with the person responsible for commercial rentals. Do you need any rental improvements to better reflect the type of business you run? Are you responsible for this? If yes, how will this affect your monthly rent?
Will you be able to customize your business premises? How much freedom will you have in this regard?
How Long Will Your Commercial Lease Be?
Based on your business plan or activities, are you looking for a short-term or long-term lease?
Groupe Accueil International offers its tenants flexible leasing options with terms that can be spread out over time through renewal clauses.
If you want to establish your business in the heart of the city, a longer-term lease may be the solution. It gives you the stability to develop a network and grow your business.
Discover Your Ideal Business Premises!
Now that you are more familiar with commercial leasing, it’s time to choose the location where you can practise your profession and expand your services.
With extensive experience in commercial leases and its welcoming, well-located towers, Groupe Accueil International provides modern offices that will meet your needs.
You’ll have the opportunity to personalize your professional space to give it the desired touch.
Contact our team today to discover everything the Group has to offer.
