CHICAGO OFFICE SPACE TENANT REPRESENTATION
We Represent Tenants. Never Landlords.
Unlike full-service commercial real estate firms, we don’t represent office landlords, own buildings or manage properties. Our only client is the tenant.
Most tenants overpay because they negotiate too late or don’t have real leverage. We fix both.
Tom Koelzer
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Dave Ven Horst
Co-Founder & Managing Broker
80+ YEARS COMBINED EXPERIENCE
CONFLICT-FREE
What You Get
- An initial strategy meeting to understand your space needs, timeline, and priorities—and a plan built to execute
- A clear read on your lease vs. today's market—so you know if you're overpaying (you probably are)
- A side-by-side renewal vs. relocation analysis with real dollars, not assumptions
- A negotiation strategy built to create leverage—not just respond to landlord proposals
- Lease terms structured for flexibility, protection, and future optionality
Trusted by Chicago-area office tenants
GOOGLE REVIEWS
What Clients Say on Google
★★★★★
“Tenant Advisors helped us negotiate our lease and did an outstanding job making sure the agreement was truly in the best interest of our organization. We always felt like we had a trusted advisor looking out for us.”
— Schaumburg Business Association
★★★★★
“Tenant Advisors is an A+ company representing tenants searching for new space. There’s no conflict of interest — they clearly represent your best interest. I highly recommend them.”
— Kerry L., Attorney
★★★★★
“What sets Tenant Advisors apart is that they only represent tenants, so there was never a conflict of interest. They pushed back on lease terms we would have missed and saved us real money. If you’re renewing or relocating your office, talk to them first.”
— Steve V.
★★★★★
“I’m a business attorney and I refer my clients to Tom Koelzer at Tenant Advisors for office leases. Tom represents tenants only, knows the landlord side, and negotiates deals that hold up when I review the lease. Responsive, prepared, and easy to work with.”
— Patrick M., Business Attorney
★★★★★
“David was incredibly attentive, professional, and knowledgeable throughout the entire process. He understood our unique needs, navigated the local market, and negotiated the best terms. We’re now in a fantastic office that supports our growth.”
— Barbara T., Candor Health Education
★★★★★
“I worked opposite Tom on a Rosemont office relocation for one of his clients. Tom was a strong advocate for his client throughout — tough but fair in negotiations and always professional.”