Parties
Full legal names and entity types for all parties, including the exact corporate or LLC name and the signer's title to avoid mistaken identity in the final contract.
A well-structured Business Workspace Termsheet reduces ambiguity, shortens negotiation cycles, and provides a single reference for key commercial points.
The following roles most commonly create, review, or sign workspace termsheets during site selection and leasing negotiations.
Each party should confirm authority to negotiate and sign; signatures may be taken as acceptance of the summarized commercial terms pending a definitive agreement.
Tenant representatives (in-house real estate, procurement, or authorized broker) confirm space needs, payment terms, and any required tenant improvements; their signature signals intent to proceed but usually does not bind to a full lease without further agreement.
Landlord or facility operator signs to record an offered commercial position, including rent, term, and services; their signature can be non-binding or binding depending on language and whether the termsheet is expressly marked as a binding offer.
Full legal names and entity types for all parties, including the exact corporate or LLC name and the signer's title to avoid mistaken identity in the final contract.
Precise address, suite/unit number, square footage, and any delineation of shared vs. exclusive areas so exhibits and plans can be attached to the final lease.
Start date, initial term length, renewal options and notice windows; include any early termination rights and associated fees or conditions.
Base rent, escalation schedule, payment frequency, security deposit amount, and whether utilities or CAM charges are included or billed separately.
List included services (janitorial, security, IT infrastructure, HVAC schedules) and who is responsible for procurement and ongoing costs.
Conditions precedent such as permits, build-out approvals, hazardous material remediation, or landlord board approval that must clear before a final lease is executed.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Upload Document | Use PDF or DOCX, ensure final layout before placing fields. |
| Add Fields | Place signature, date, initial, and text fields where required. |
| Assign Signers | Map each field to the correct signer and order. |
| Authentication | Choose email, SMS code, or knowledge-based options as needed. |
Ensure your eSignature platform supports required file types, signer authentication methods, and integration with your systems.
Choose platform settings that balance signer convenience with the level of authentication and audit detail required by your compliance posture.
Number of days the termsheet remains valid (e.g., 7–14 days).
Time allocated for counter-offers and approval (e.g., 10 business days).
Period for inspections, permits, or tenant improvements.
Date by which parties must execute the final lease or terminate the offer.
Date rent and obligations commence, often later than signature date.
A small property management firm needed a rapid acceptance process for leasing small office suites.
A healthcare tenant required secure handling of PHI during clinic setup.
| Criteria | Termsheet | Binding Lease |
|---|---|---|
| Binding Status | usually non-binding | yes, legally binding |
| Detail Level | summary commercial points | full legal provisions |
| Use Case | negotiation alignment | execution and enforcement |
| Execution Formalities | simple signatures permitted | notary or witnesses if required |
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | Yes, 7-day trial | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes (Business Premium) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |