The $1 Million Lease Mistake

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Closed Monday

Kyle Inserra

248 episodes

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Ever wonder what it really takes to go from one location to ten? Every Monday, top restaurant operators share their actual playbooks for scaling - from site selection and systems to funding and team building. No basics, no fluff – just real conversations about what works (and what doesn't) in multi-unit growth.

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The $1 Million Lease Mistake

Closed Monday

12 minutes 30 seconds

5 months ago

The $1 Million Lease Mistake

In this episode, we uncover the significant financial repercussions of overlooked lease escalation clauses in commercial real estate. Learn how these hidden clauses can lead to unexpected costs, draining resources and impacting profitability. We'll explore real-world examples, discuss the importance of thorough lease reviews, and share strategies to prevent these costly mistakes. Whether you're a franchisee, franchisor, or independent operator, this episode is packed with insights to help you protect your bottom line and make informed leasing decisions.

Chapters

00:00 The Million Dollar Mistake in Leases

00:39 Understanding Lease Escalations and Their Impact

05:29 Leveraging AI for Lease Management

07:33 Strategies for Reviewing Leases Effectively

11:01 Final Thoughts on Lease Management and AI

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🧾 What You’ll Get:

AI-powered lease red flag summary
Plain-English breakdown of financial terms (escalation clauses, exclusivity, rent and of course escalations)
Video with context on whether the deal is viable
24–48 hour turnaround

💸 Starting at $99. Could save you six figures over the life of your lease.

📩 Prefer email? Send your lease to kyle@10rep.co

📲 Let’s Connect

Instagram: @kyleinserra
LinkedIn: Kyle Inserra
Website: www.10rep.co

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Kyle Inserra is a 15-year restaurant industry veteran and the founder of 10Rep, an outsourced real estate service for restaurants across the country. He specializes in the strategic growth and development of emerging restaurant brands, bringing a unique insider’s perspective shaped by years of hands-on operational experience. His deep industry knowledge allows him to understand and adapt to the evolving needs of his clients. Kyle’s areas of expertise include market insight and trend analysis, strategic site acquisition, advanced lease negotiation, comprehensive property assessment, tenant acquisition and retention strategies, and financial forecasting.

In addition to his advisory work, Kyle is a sought-after keynote speaker on topics including restaurant site selection, restaurant consulting, content creation, and personal branding. He has been featured in Commercial Observer, Entrepreneur, The New York Times, ICSC, and the CREi Summit. Kyle also works as a commercial real estate broker, focusing on landlord and tenant representation in the New York metropolitan market.