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Lease Management

Leasing Land or Equipment? Here’s the Guide

Managing agricultural leases, whether for land, equipment, or storage, can be complex. This practical guide breaks down how to streamline the process, stay ahead of deadlines, and track short-term or nontraditional agreements with confidence. Learn how Spacebase helps teams manage incoming and outgoing leases in one place with flexible tools built for real-world farming operations.

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Brooke Colglazier

Marketing Manager

Lease Accounting

Custom Reporting in Lease Management Software: A Comparison Guide

Struggling with rigid lease accounting software? This guide compares custom reporting capabilities across leading platforms like LeaseQuery, Visual Lease, and Occupier — and shows how Spacebase stands out with flexible reporting, entity-level tracking, and support for complex leases like equipment with non-standard terms. Learn why customizable lease management software is essential for accurate reporting and audit readiness.

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Brooke Colglazier

Marketing Manager

Lease Management

The Evolution of Lease Management

The history and future of lease management: from spreadsheets to modern SaaS, AI, and ASC 842 compliance. Discover how technology is transforming lease accounting and management

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Brooke Colglazier

Marketing Manager

Lease Management

How Technology is Changing Lease Portfolio Management

As technology transforms lease portfolio management, AI-powered tools, automation, and cloud-based solutions are making processes more efficient and data-driven. AI lease abstraction and OCR technology are accelerating lease data extraction, while automated compliance tracking ensures adherence to ASC 842 and IFRS 16. Critical date tracking helps companies avoid costly lease renewals, and predictive analytics provides real-time insights for better decision-making. Additionally, seamless integrations with ERP and accounting systems enhance workflow efficiency.

Companies that adopt these innovations can streamline operations, reduce financial risks, and make more informed leasing decisions—giving them a competitive edge in commercial real estate.

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Brooke Colglazier

Marketing Manager

Lease Accounting

Accounting for Tenant Improvement Allowances

Tenant improvement allowances (TIAs) are treated as lease incentives under ASC 842. Incentives always reduce the right-of-use asset, but their specific accounting treatment depends on when the incentive payment is received.

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Christian Vanderwall

VP Engineering

Lease Accounting

The ASC 842 Compliance Guide: What Every Commercial Real Estate Accountant Needs to Know

ASC 842 compliance requires accurate lease tracking, financial reporting, and proactive audits to ensure regulatory alignment. This guide walks commercial real estate accountants through key compliance steps, including gathering lease data, calculating liabilities, verifying disclosures, and avoiding common pitfalls. Automating lease management can streamline compliance, reduce errors, and improve financial transparency.

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Brooke Colglazier

Marketing Manager

Lease Management

5 Ways to Put Empty Office Spaces to Better Use

Struggling with underutilized office space? Discover five practical ways to repurpose empty offices—boosting collaboration, culture, and flexibility. Learn how Spacebase helps optimize your real estate strategy.

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Brooke Colglazier

Marketing Manager