Leasing Commission

Leasing commission is a fee paid to secure, renew, or modify a lease.

Why this matters to income investors

Fees to secure tenants reduce cash retained from property income.

How to use leasing commission in your research

Compare the same properties and periods in the REIT’s reports. Connect changes in occupied space, rents, and lease costs to the earnings measure used to explain the dividend.

This material is general education and information, not individualized investment, tax, or legal advice.