Category: Leasing

Kelley Kolettis Designs opens at The Shoppes at Rodney Parham

Posted on 03/08/22

Over the last 13 years Kelley Kolettis has progressed from art student, to experienced designer, to successful entrepreneur with her very own design firm, Kelley Kolettis Designs. The Shoppes at Rodney Parham became KKD’s newest home base in February 2022. “We were so pleased to work with such a talented member of the business community and help her find the perfect space for her firm,” said Cheryl White, senior property manager.

Kelley has a wide range of experience working in several different areas of the design world from furniture design, kitchen and bath renovations, commercial office layouts, and event planning, but her current focus and specialization is now on residential design and small commercial projects. Her busiest months are November and December when she is busy decorating homes and businesses around central Arkansas for the holidays.

Kelley Kolletis Designs, 10020 N. Rodney Parham, Suite 6, Little Rock. Illustration by Ellen Yahl

Kelley is available by appointment to meet with you at the studio located in Suite 6 of the Shoppes where her unique and sophisticated style are on full display. If you can’t get to her studio, Kelly offers virtual consultations as well. She is eager to share what she’s learned over her many years of experience and is always willing to answer questions or recommend one of her trusted tradesmen to help you get the job done. Her design studio also features a gallery of works by local artists’ if you’re looking for some color to add to your walls.

“We know that Kelley has many years of success in her future, and we wish her all the best on her journey,” said Brooke Miller, agent and partner.

If you’re looking for space for your business to call home, browse our properties or contact one of our trusted agents at 501.375.3200.

Commercial Real Estate Leases: The Basics

Posted on 10/18/21

Whether you are a property owner with leasable land or space or an individual looking for space to lease, it’s important to know the basics of the types of leases that are most common in the commercial real estate world.

Gross Lease

In a gross lease (also known as a full-service lease) the tenant pays a flat monthly rate while the landlord remains responsible for all operating costs of the property including taxes, insurance, and maintenance, as well as other expected costs, such as janitorial service. Because landlords must cover all of the property’s operating costs, the rental rate for gross leases is generally higher than for a net lease. In exchange for paying a higher rate, the tenant has the security of a fixed monthly rent payment, minimizing the possibility for variations in their operating costs, making budgeting more predictable and less complicated.

Net Leases

Net leases shift some or all the operating costs associated with a property to the tenants, and tenants are responsible for that cost in addition to their regular rent. There are three types of net leases: single, double, and triple. Tenants with a single net lease are responsible for one of the operating costs associated with the property, generally the property taxes. With a double net (net-net) lease, the tenant assumes the cost of two of the operating costs, generally the property taxes and insurance. With a triple net (NNN) lease, the tenant assumes all of the property’s operating costs, which include taxes, insurance, and all maintenance costs. Lastly, there is a variation of the triple net lease called absolute net lease (also known as a bondable lease). This type of lease relieves the property owner/investor from all financial obligations and risks associated with the property, including taxes, insurance, structural maintenance, and debt liability. All those obligations are passed on to the tenant normally in exchange for a lower base rent.

Benefits of Net Leases

From the landlord’s perspective, entering into a net lease can simplify the management and operation of the property, which can be especially beneficial if they own multiple properties. Furthermore, net lease rates are typically made for longer terms, which gives the landlord the benefit of long and stable income from the property.

Because net lease tenants assume more of the unpredictable costs associated with maintaining the property, their base rent is often at a reduced market rate. This can mean considerable savings in rent over the long term of the lease. While annual rent increases may be built into the lease agreement, they usually remain below the rate one would pay with a gross lease.

Ground Lease

Yet another variation of a net lease is a ground lease. An owner with undeveloped land may enter into a ground lease in which the lessee agrees to incur the cost of developing the property (i.e., construct a building or business on the land) and in exchange, pays only a NNN lease on the land. Ground lease terms are long, generally 50 to 99 years, but when the lease term ends, the ownership of the both the building and the land revert to the owner.

Negotiating a Lease

Before entering into a lease agreement as “lessor” or “lessee”, know your options so that you can benefit the most from the deal. Agents at Kelley Commercial Partners have the knowledge and experience to walk you through the process and negotiate with your best interests in mind.

Seafood Recipes from New Orleans

Posted on 07/15/21

It’s summertime and that means trips to the shores and dining on the day’s catch while the sun sets! And what better place to source for recipes featuring fresh seafood than New Orleans. We’re sharing recipes for House Party Jambalaya and Lobster Risotto provided by our ChainLinks partner, Corporate Realty of New Orleans. If you have a favorite recipe you’d like to share with us, send it to marketing@kelleycp.com.

As the state’s exclusive member of the ChainLinks retail advisors network, Kelley Commercial Partners is positioned to build strategic relationships with commercial real estate companies nationwide — 750 brokers in the top 50 markets of North America, to be exact. ChainLinks’ is the leading brokerage network for retail-only commercial real estate services and our membership puts our market in front of leading landlords, developers, and property investors which leads to results for our clients. Through collaboration with ChainLinks members, we have handled site selection needs for some of the nation’s top retailers, including Five Below, TJX Companies, Bloomin’ Brands, and many others. To find out more about the Kelley Commercial Partners retail advantage, please contact us.

Advantages of consulting with a tenant broker

Posted on 01/21/21

When you’re searching for office, retail, warehouse, or any other type of commercial real estate space to lease, finding the right property to match your needs can feel a bit overwhelming, which is why contacting a knowledgeable tenant broker is the best place to start. Tenant brokers understand current market trends and are equipped with the tools and knowledge to successfully guide you through the leasing process from start to finish.

Kelley Commercial Partners’ tenant brokers have the expertise to make your search for space less daunting. They have the latest information about market conditions and space availability to help narrow your options so you can make a choice with confidence. Working with a tenant broker at Kelley Commercial Partners means you have an expert on your side who can not only save you time and energy but can also save you money.

The first step in our process is to schedule an appointment with you to discuss your specific needs. Matt Strom, a KCP agent in our Northwest office says this a crucial step because having a thorough understanding of a client’s needs helps to streamline the process of securing the right space for their business.

Once the ideal space is found, tenant brokers will help you negotiate with landlords to secure the space at the best possible price. And the best part of all? Tenant broker services are done at no cost to you! “Many clients don’t know that a tenant broker’s services are free to them,” said Strom. When a lease has been executed, tenant brokers’ fees are paid by the landlord.

At Kelley Commercial Partners our brokers have a proven history of satisfied clients. Helping our clients find the right space to meet their unique needs and meet their commercial real estate goals is our top priority. Whether you are looking to lease, buy, sell, or develop commercial real estate, our team is available to guide you through the process.

If you would like us to assist you in your search for your ideal space, please contact us.

Workspace and the workplace

Posted on 05/28/20

Coppola-Cheney recently posted an article explaining how different types of workspace layouts can be designed to better suit different types of work.

While planning your office space, it is helpful to consider both the type of work that will be performed, as well as how a team may need to utilize the space to get the job done. For example, some tasks require the privacy and quiet of an office while others require spaces that are more open and allow for a more collaborative work environment. And because we all need a little space to recharge throughout the day, you might want to consider making space for a break room, lounge area, coffee bar, or even a pool table. At Kelley Commercial Partners, we’ve worked with hundreds of different kinds of businesses and understand the importance of good planning and designing of workspaces. Our brokers and property managers can help you find the right workspace that works for you. For more information about different kinds of workspaces available in Arkansas, call one of our agents today.