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When a commercial lease ends, one of the most common and contentious issues between landlords and tenants is the make good clause — the obligation to return the premises to a particular condition. It sounds simple enough: “return the premises to the condition they were in at the start of the lease.” But in practice, make-good disputes can become expensive, delay re-leasing, and even lead to...

Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) has quickly moved from being a futuristic concept to a practical tool across industries, and real estate is no exception. At its core, AI refers to computer systems capable of learning from data, identifying patterns, and performing tasks that typically require human intelligence. From chatbots to predictive analytics, AI is already reshaping how businesses...

Introduction The Central Coast of NSW is entering a pivotal growth phase. With population growth continuing to outpace expectations and renewed investment flowing into the region, infrastructure will become a decisive factor in shaping commercial property demand and values. For investors, understanding which projects are moving forward—and what they mean for the market—is essential to positioning...

In a previous blog, we unpacked the basics of commercial property outgoings — those operating expenses landlords incur in the ownership of a property, and which are often recoverable from tenants under the lease agreement. We covered the difference between statutory and operating outgoings, explored common recovery models, and explained the importance of budgeting and reconciliation. In this follow-up,...