Non-Disclosure Agreement

Non-Disclosure Agreement for New York Commercial Real Estate Brokers

Create a New York-specific NDA for commercial real estate. Protect cap rate data, tenant lists, and commissions while ensuring NY SHIELD Act compliance.

By The PaperForge Editorial TeamLast updated February 28, 2026

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Why You Need This Non-Disclosure Agreement

In the competitive New York commercial market, protecting high-value data like rent rolls, cap rate calculations, and proprietary TI (Tenant Improvement) packages is essential. This NDA is specifically designed for NY Brokers to mitigate misrepresentation claims and secure commission interests. It integrates mandatory New York General Obligations Law § 5-701 Statute of Frauds requirements and the data security standards of the NY SHIELD Act, ensuring that your sensitive LOIs and triple net lease details remain confidential during the due diligence phase.

Confidentiality & Trade Secret Protections

What This NDA Protects

Beyond the standard non-disclosure agreement sections, this template adds fields specific to Commercial Real Estate Broker:

+Specific Proprietary Information Covered(Definition of Confidential Information)

+Liquidated Damages Amount (Optional)(Remedies for Breach)

+Duration of Obligation(Term and Duration)

+Permitted Disclosures to Professionals(Permitted Disclosures)

The core legal purpose of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is to establish a legal framework to protect confidential and proprietary information shared between parties. It restricts the unauthorized disclosure or use of such information, thereby enabling parties to collaborate, negotiate, or explore business opportunities while safeguarding sensitive information.

Disclosure Risks in Your Industry

Misrepresentation claims

Detailed disclaimers in contracts stating that all representations are believed to be accurate but should be independently verified by clients.

Commission disputes

Clear agency agreements and commission schedules included in contracts outlining the fees and when they are earned.

Trade Secret Law in New York

N.Y. Gen. Oblig. Law § 5-701 — This statute is New York's version of the Statute of Frauds, requiring certain contracts to be in writing to be enforceable, such as agreements not to be performed within one year, real estate transactions, and promises to pay the debt of another.

N.Y. U.C.C. § 2-201 — Similar to the UCC § 2-201, this provision requires a written contract for the sale of goods priced at $500 or more, with certain exceptions. Unique to New York, the interpretation of 'sufficient writing' and certain merchant-specific rules might slightly differ.

What Makes This NDA Enforceable

For this non-disclosure agreement to be legally valid:

+The document must be signed by both parties to manifest mutual consent.
+Clear identification of the parties involved must be present.
+Consideration must be present, which could be mutual disclosure or as part of another contract.
+The agreement should be in writing to satisfy SOF (Statute of Frauds) requirements in contexts involving trade secrets.
+In some states, NDAs involving employees may need to be signed with additional consideration if presented after the start of employment.

Common mistakes to avoid:

!Failing to clearly define what constitutes 'Confidential Information', leading to ambiguities.
!Not specifying the duration of the confidentiality obligation, which can result in indefinite or unenforceable terms.
!Excluding a clear description of what happens to confidential information after the termination of the agreement.
!Omitting jurisdiction and governing law which can lead to complexities in case of legal disputes.
!Neglecting to include remedies for breach which can limit legal recourse.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the NY SHIELD Act affect my CRE Non-Disclosure Agreement?

The New York SHIELD Act mandates that any entity handling the private information of NY residents must implement specific data security safeguards. Our NDA includes language that requires the receiving party to maintain administrative and technical protections, ensuring that sensitive data shared during a warehouse or multi-family deal is handled in compliance with New York state privacy laws.

Does this NDA protect my brokerage commission under New York law?

Yes. While the primary goal is confidentiality, our agreement accounts for N.Y. Labor Law § 191 requirements regarding commissioned salespeople. By establishing a formal confidential relationship, it helps document the 'trigger points' for deal recognition, which is critical for mitigating commission disputes later in the transaction.

Why is the New York Statute of Frauds (Gen. Oblig. Law § 5-701) relevant here?

In New York, certain agreements—specifically those involving real estate interests or those not performable within one year—must be in writing to be enforceable. This NDA satisfies the 'sufficient writing' requirement to protect your proprietary disclosures during long-term negotiations for complex triple net leases or development projects.

Non-Disclosure Agreement for Commercial Real Estate Broker by state

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