Asked by the spacebly teamspacebly team· 4 Nov 2026
The monthly fee is the headline but it's rarely the only thing to look at. These are the points worth checking before you sign.
Start with the total monthly cost. Ask whether business rates and service charge are included. Ask the same about utilities and internet.
Then check the terms. Look at the minimum term and the notice period. Ask about any break clauses.
Ask about the deposit. Find out how much it is and when it's returned.
Think about the end of the agreement too. Ask what you'll need to do to reset the space when you leave. Our cost guides call these dilapidations. Ask how the fee changes if you renew.
These checks come from our guide to renting direct (as of Oct 2026) and our cost guides (updated May 2026).
Checklist: https://spacebly.com/rent-office-direct-from-landlord
Cost guides: https://spacebly.com/office-cost-guide
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