Podcast
Sep 22, 2025
The Property Line: The Evolution of the Good Guy Guarantee
Good Guy Guarantees are a longstanding feature of New York City leasing and are increasingly appearing in other markets. While designed to protect landlords against holdover risk, they are often misunderstood, particularly when it comes to the misconception that they provide tenants with an early termination right.
In this episode, Jason Polevoy, James O’Brien, and Eric Greenberg outline the fundamentals of Good Guy Guarantees, explore common pitfalls, and share practical drafting considerations for both landlords and tenants.
Read the full transcript here.
The Property Line™ is a brief and lively discussion of the biggest issues facing the commercial real estate industry. The podcast will deliver insights from Seyfarth's real estate lawyers and other industry leaders on current market trends and how they impact all facets of commercial real estate.
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