Ask The Strip Mall Insider

Which is better? Here are some key factors to consider, and the conclusion may surprise you.

How about a directory for strip mall owners?

Wal-Mart wants to make a deal with your landlord and he wants you GONE so he can sell the property and make some big money. What are your landlord’s rights? How about yours?

How much does it cost to operate a strip mall each year? Let’s look at some of the determining factors, and how they each affect the expense budget.

Higher Sales Volume and Costs Justify Higher Rent for a Freestanding Drive-Thru As Opposed to a Strip Center Endcap or Inline Shop Space–But How Much Higher?
From Lyle in Illinois
Q :We are looking to open our first fast food franchise location. We have found a location which is an ex-fast food location with existing drive through […]

Finding tenants for strip malls is a challenge because we often don’t know who they are, where they are, and their expansion plans. Here are 5 ways to find ‘em!

If your franchisor doesn’t have a good income and expense model, or if you’re on your own and you need to estimate the most rent your can pay, here’s a quick calculation for you. From Ask The Strip Mall Insider…

Chosing the right depth for a strip center can mean an advantage over those who do not. From Ask The Strip Mall Insider

From Jason in Lansing, MI
Q: I am opening a game store in a strip mall. I have a good rent deal, but the lease is 35 pages long. Should I pay a lawyer to negotiate with the owner?