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Buying vs Leasing Office Space: A Decision Framework for Growing Teams

The numbers, the flexibility trade-offs and the questions to ask before you sign.

By Hannah Lee, Real Estate & Personal Finance Reporter

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Buying vs Leasing Office Space: A Decision Framework for Growing Teams
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As a company grows, the question of where it works becomes a significant financial decision. Buying and leasing each have advantages, and the right choice depends on growth plans and capital priorities.

The case for leasing

Leasing preserves capital for the core business and offers flexibility to move as needs change.

The case for buying

Ownership can provide long-term cost stability and an appreciating asset.

Questions to ask

How certain is your headcount over five years? What else could the capital achieve?

Key takeaways

  • The case for leasing
  • The case for buying
  • Questions to ask

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Hannah LeeReal Estate & Personal Finance Reporter

Hannah writes about commercial and residential property, small business and personal finance.

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