How do you account for lease commissions paid for a tenant lease?

Lease commissions paid for a tenant lease are typically considered a cost of obtaining the lease and are capitalized as part of the leasehold asset on the balance sheet. They are then amortized over the lease term as an expense in the income statement. This approach aligns with the matching principle, ensuring that the expense is recognized in the same period as the revenue generated from the lease. If the lease is terminated early, any unamortized commission costs may need to be written off.