Office
Class A, B and creative office in Uptown, South End, SouthPark, Ballantyne and the suburbs, including headquarters and sublease space.
Tenant Representation in Charlotte, NC
We help businesses lease office, industrial, retail and flex space across the Charlotte metro. We define the requirement, search the whole market and negotiate a lease that fits your business today and as it grows. We never represent landlords.
Leasing
Space for every kind of business
Whether you need your first storefront or a new headquarters, we work for you, not the building.
Property types
Industrial & Warehouse
Distribution, manufacturing and warehouse space along the I-77 and I-85 corridors, Steele Creek, Fort Mill and Rock Hill.
Retail & Restaurant
Storefronts, service retail and second-generation restaurant space, with attention to co-tenancy, signage and exclusives.
Flex
Office-warehouse and showroom combinations for growing companies that need both in one place.
Situations we handle
- Relocation. Moving to a better location, layout or price point without disrupting operations.
- Lease renewal. Benchmarking your lease against the market and using real alternatives as leverage before you sign.
- Expansion. Growing in place, adding a second location or consolidating offices.
- First location. Guidance for business owners leasing commercial space for the first time.
What we negotiate for you
Base rent & escalationsFree rentTenant improvement allowanceLease termRenewal & expansion optionsOperating expense capsEarly termination rightsSublease & assignment rightsSignageParking
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How it works
From first call to move-in
Define the Requirement
We pin down size, budget, location, timing and the details that make a space work for your business.
Search the Market
Listed, off-market and sublease options, toured together and compared with real occupancy costs.
Negotiate the Lease
Deals are about more than rent. Barrett negotiates the full suite of terms directly on your behalf.
Execute & Build Out
Trusted attorneys, architects and contractors help turn the signed lease into a finished space.
Why tenant-only matters
The person advising you should never work for the building
Typical dual-agency brokerage
- Lists buildings for landlords and earns more when its own listings lease
- Knows the landlord's bottom line but can't share it with you
- You may be handed off to a junior associate
Fowler Property Advisors
- Represents only tenants and buyers, with no listings to push
- Shows you the whole market, including off-market options
- You work one-on-one with Barrett, start to finish
What it costs
In most commercial leases, the landlord pays the broker commission as part of the deal, so tenants typically pay nothing out of pocket. We explain how compensation works for your deal before you commit.
How we are compensated →What does a tenant representation broker do?
A tenant rep broker works only for the business leasing space. We define your requirements, search the full market including off-market options, tour and compare spaces, run the numbers, and negotiate rent, concessions, tenant improvement allowances and lease terms on your behalf.
How much does it cost to hire a tenant rep broker in Charlotte?
In most commercial lease transactions the broker commission is paid by the landlord as part of the deal, so tenants typically have no out-of-pocket cost. We confirm how compensation works for your specific deal before you commit to anything.
Do you help with lease renewals if I'm not planning to move?
Yes. Many of our engagements are renewals. Understanding what else is available, and showing the landlord you have real options, is often the best way to improve renewal terms.
When should I start looking for new commercial space?
Start 12 to 18 months before your lease expires for office and industrial space, and earlier for larger requirements or build-outs. That window gives you leverage in a renewal and time to compare relocation options.
Can you help if I've already found a space?
Yes. We can step in to evaluate the space against comparable options, check the economics and negotiate the lease on your behalf, even late in the process.
Ready to talk about your space?
Tell us what you need and get a free analysis of available options and market rents.