When you're in the middle of a commercial real estate transaction, the last thing you need is a delay because of an incomplete or inaccurate estoppel certificate. At RE BackOffice, we specialize in drafting estoppel certificates that are clear, accurate, and ready when you need them—so your deals can keep moving forward without a hitch.
What is an Estoppel Certificate and Why Does it Matter?
An estoppel certificate is a legal document that confirms the key terms of a lease, directly from the tenant. It’s often required during property sales, refinancing, or ownership transitions. Essentially, it says, Here’s where things stand with this lease—no surprises.
Getting it wrong or leaving out crucial details can delay transactions or even put deals at risk. That’s why it’s so important to have experienced professionals handle the drafting process.
Why RE BackOffice?
We’ve been supporting the commercial real estate industry since 2006. Over the years, we've helped some of the world’s top real estate owners, investors, and operators streamline their back-office processes. Estoppel drafting is one of our specialties—and we know how important it is to get it right.
Here’s what you can expect from us:
- Accuracy That Builds Confidence: We carefully capture the terms of each lease, ensuring that every detail in the estoppel certificate is correct—from rent amounts and security deposits to renewal options and responsibility clauses.
- Drafts That Make Review Easy: We create clean, professional drafts that make tenant and legal reviews simple. No clutter, no confusion—just clear and concise lease information.
- Speed Without Sacrificing Quality: We know time is of the essence. Our team delivers estoppel drafts on time, helping you meet tight transaction deadlines.
- Custom-Tailored Support: Whether you're handling a single property or a large portfolio, our team scales with you. Need to draft dozens of estoppels for a portfolio deal? We’ve got the capacity and expertise to support you.
What’s Included in Our Estoppel Drafting Service?
Our service typically includes:
- Reviewing lease documents and amendments
- Extracting key terms relevant to the estoppel
- Preparing a clean, accurate estoppel draft
- Highlighting unusual clauses or red flags
- Supporting your legal or property management team with follow-ups, if needed
We can also work with your preferred estoppel templates or help create one that aligns with your legal standards.
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Estoppel certificates are more than just paperwork—they’re a critical part of due diligence and risk management. Here’s how our drafting services support your real estate deals:
Clarity for All Parties
Estoppels ensure everyone’s on the same page—buyers, sellers, lenders, and tenants.
Transaction Readiness
Clean, timely estoppels help keep your closing timeline on track.
Lender Confidence
Most lenders won’t proceed without them. Accurate estoppels mean fewer last-minute delays.
Risk Mitigation
By clearly documenting tenant obligations and any disputes, estoppels reduce the chance of post-transaction surprises.
Who We Work With?
We support a wide range of clients in the commercial real estate space, including:
- Real estate owners and asset managers
- Law firms handling CRE transactions
- Brokers managing lease portfolios
- Property managers coordinating with tenants
- Title companies and lenders
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Whether you need support for a single estoppel or assistance across a multi-property deal, we’re ready to help.
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