Early Occupancy Rent Trigger Calculator

Early entry may trigger rent. This calculator tests.

Early entry months

Monthly rent

Rent multiplier %

Full rent accelerated (1=yes)

Early rent impact

$18,000

Months at multiplier

Full rent if accelerated

$36,000

How the math works

Early rent = months × monthly × multiplier (if partial) or full rent (if accelerated).

On 2 months early entry at 50% of $18k: $18k partial rent; or $36k if fully accelerated. Clear lease language averting this dispute costs nothing at drafting; litigating costs $10-50k+ on each side.

How to Use

Enter early entry months.
Enter monthly rent.
Enter early entry rent multiplier %.
Enter rent commencement accelerated? (1=yes).
Read rent impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

When triggers?

Tenant moves in fixtures, runs cabling, or begins occupancy before substantial completion. Most leases: early entry at tenant's risk, no rent. Some: early entry = rent start. Fact-dependent — what counts as 'occupancy'? Clear lease language essential.

Protections?

Tenant: negotiate 30-60 days early access for fit-out without rent trigger. Exclude rent commencement until certificate of occupancy. Landlord: define narrow 'early access' (limited hours, specific activities) distinguished from early occupancy.

Disputes?

Common litigation issue: landlord claims rent accrued; tenant claims access was for fit-out, not occupancy. Courts look at activities: business operations vs preparatory. Resolution often: negotiated rent start split (50% for early period).