Here’s a nightmare scenario for you: You own a bakery and you’ve just leased a new building. Suddenly you discover the loading docks are not the right height so your bread racks can’t roll into the back of delivery trucks. Now what do you do?
Avoid this catastrophe and many others lurking around the corner by reading our essential list to find the perfect location. With so many things to consider, it’s vital that you ask yourself every possible question. Can your customers get to you? Is your competition down the street or on the other side of town? How close are you to suppliers?
Some other things to think about:
- how much space do I need?
- what kind of shape is it in?
- is there room for expansion?
- what is the traffic flow?
- what is the parking situation?
- what are the utility and occupancy costs?
The U.S. Small Business Association (SBA) has a list of tips in choosing a location for your business. If you’re considering leasing office space, it’s helpful to know the rules of the game before you begin negotiations. Also, before you call a real-estate agent or even consider renegotiating the lease at your existing office, read this first.
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