Thinking About a Sublease? 5 Reasons to Consider Flex+ Instead

When a business needs immediate workspace, a sublease may seem like an attractive option. But subleasing can also come with risky downsides, including unforeseen long-term costs, limited flexibility, more complex lease terms, and no direct landlord relationship. Flex+ is a smart alternative, giving businesses access to the move-in-ready, private workspace they need today with stability for tomorrow. Here’s what to know:

1: Simplified leasing

Flex+ makes leasing simple and straightforward: choose the location, furniture options and terms, and Irvine Company’s concierge service team handles the rest. That’s a big difference from subleasing. In a sublease, Company A leases space to Company B, but Company A still has a master lease with the landlord, who may have veto power over the sublease terms. This can lead to a longer approval process, plus a risk the deal may not be approved.

2: No expensive surprises

Subleases can be risky: there’s always the chance the primary tenant is not actually paying their lease and may be evicted, leaving businesses stuck with unexpected move-out costs. There’s also no price guarantee– rates may jump significantly once the initial sublease terms end. Flex+ eliminates these risks, ensuring a direct landlord relationship. Even better, with no upfront costs, companies can invest capital into their business, rather than their office.

3: Furniture and space layouts that align with business needs

Why live in someone else’s house when you could build your own? With a sublease, what you see is what you get: the existing layout and furniture (if used) may not match a company’s brand or workstyle. With Flex+, Irvine Company helps businesses find their space to match their needs.

4: Unlimited scalability and flexibility

A Flex+ lease gives businesses access to Irvine Company’s 550+ buildings. As needs evolve, Irvine Company can help companies rightsize in other suites, new buildings, or even different cities. With a sublease, a business is stuck with the space they’ve got since exiting the sublease may result in costly termination fees, and the primary landlord is unlikely to help them find alternative spaces.

5: Premium space, premium experience

Flex+ gives businesses access to the premium Irvine Company experience without any compromises. As a financially stable long-term owner, we’re committed to continual improvement and customer partnerships. This means there’s no risk of shifting standards. Our experience-driven amenities make the workplace an essential destination and our expert teams and personalized service enable worry-free workdays.