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Before You Sign the Lease: Commercial Real Estate Basics

Join Aaron Hill, commercial real estate professional with Goldmark Commercial Real Estate and Co-Founder of Fargo Brewing Company, for a practical introduction to the world of commercial real estate.

Thinking about opening a storefront, office, studio, restaurant, or other business space? Commercial real estate can feel like a completely different language, and the decisions you make early can have long-term consequences.
Join Aaron Hill, commercial real estate professional with Goldmark Commercial Real Estate and Co-Founder of Fargo Brewing Company, for a practical introduction to the world of commercial real estate. Aaron will break down the basics, including common terminology, how brokers and agents work, what services they provide, how they're compensated, what's negotiable in a lease, and what entrepreneurs should watch out for before signing on the dotted line.
Whether you're actively searching for space or planning for the future, you'll gain practical insights that can help you navigate commercial real estate with confidence.

Spark Bites: Entrepreneur Essentials is a series of short, practical lunchtime sessions designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want real-world insights without the overwhelm. Each 45-minute session focuses on one essential topic—from finances and marketing to technology and leadership—offering clear takeaways, approachable expertise, and time for connection. Come as you are, learn one useful thing, and leave energized.

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