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Tenant Improvement (TI)

Tenant improvement refers to customizations or…

Tenant improvement refers to customizations or renovations made to a rental space to meet a tenant's specific needs, typically in commercial real estate with a TI allowance budget.

In practice

A commercial landlord offers a $15,000 TI allowance and CRM Services handles the build-out.

Why it matters

TI projects are high-value engagements, especially in commercial property.

Common questions
What is a tenant improvement allowance?+

A set budget the landlord provides for the tenant to customize their space.

Who pays?+

The landlord provides the allowance; the tenant may pay for costs exceeding it.

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