While it is impossible to know when or how extreme a recession can be, there are steps that wise business owners can take now in order to prepare their enterprise for leaner times ahead.
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A pre-let is a lease agreement signed before a property is completed or ready for use. It allows tenants to secure space in a new building in advance. Developers often use pre-lets to attract investment and ensure demand before construction or renovation begins.