The Pub Code has now been in existence for over five years so surely the path has become a bit clearer? Publican’s have campaigned for the freedom to purchase beer from whomever they want for many years, and thanks to the Pub Code introduced in July...
Even if it feels personal it rarely is – Negotiating rent during the Covid 19 pandemic. This month our advice is on negotiating rent. We are further into the pandemic and feeling rather frustrated by the lack of progress and ability to return to our "normal"...
How COVID-19 is going to impact office spaces, here are our thoughts...
The future of our high streets Recently we were walking up to our local high street to post a letter and cash a cheque. I noticed a growing number of vacant units with “To Let” boards up in the windows. Whilst there has always been...
Changes to Use Classes Order In England – How will this affect my business? From the 1st of September 2020 changes to the planning system have been implemented. The changes were made to simplify the complex classification system to make it easier for businesses to adapt in...
Settling a Rent Review When it comes to settling a rent review and both sides are unable to agree, there will be provision in the lease to get the rent determined by a third party. Our suggestions if you find yourself in this situation are: 1....
Welcome to our June blog this month we are focusing on purchasing a business or property with a view to change use. There are many factors that investors must take into account when purchasing a business or property with a view to change use. When applying to...
COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we are inspecting and valuing property and businesses Here is our guide to how we are inspecting properties and our approach to valuing property and businesses in the current economic climate. We are also following guidance from the RICS. We...
Negotiating terms with your landlord during the coronavirus pandemic We hope this finds you all well and if like us you are working from home, we hope you are keeping busy! This month we have focused on advising tenants that may be struggling to pay their...
Freehold or Leasehold? This month on how much is your business worth, we are discussing Freehold and Leasehold options. When you enter into buying a business it is cheaper if you are purchasing a leasehold property as there is less finance to raise, but you are without...
