Commercial Property Services

Acquisitions

Property is a significant cost in a company’s expenditure, therefore reputable advice is essential. We, at Next Property, have extensive market knowledge, experience and numerous contacts ensuring you obtain the best possible terms. ... Read more

Disposals

Vacant property or surplus accommodation already under lease is a problem for both landlords and tenants. We, at Next Property, have a team of experienced and dedicated agents who have extensive knowledge within the Mayfair area and its surroundings leasing market to effectively advise and alleviate such problems. ... Read more

Rent Reviews

Rent reviews take place at whatever intervals are agreed in the lease. Their purpose is usually to adjust the rent of the accommodation at the review date, so that it accurately reflects the market value for the premises. Naturally from a landlord's point of view it is important to maximise this and from a tenant's point of view, to minimise it. Most rent reviews are upwards... Read more

Lease Renewals

The lease is a signed legal contract conferring rights and duties on both signatories - the landlord and tenant. If you wish to stay at your current business location, the expiry of a business lease provides an opportunity to negotiate better terms, but the grant of a new lease is not guaranteed, i.e. all of the lease terms will be negotiable and not just the rent. Unlike a rent review... Read more

Service Charge Negotiations

Service charges are one of the principal areas for dispute between leaseholders and their landlords. Landlords are always seeking ways to enhance the value of their buildings. Problems arise when the buildings are part or fully let: Service charges are levied by landlords to recover the costs they incur in providing services to a dwelling. The charge normally covers the cost ... Read more

Dilapidations

At the beginning of a lease, the tenant is usually required to pay a deposit in advance. The lease contains the obligations for both landlord and tenant with regard to maintenance and repair, and states the condition in which the unit should be returned at the end of the tenancy... Read more

IT Services

Moving office can be a nightmare; so you would better make sure you lose as little time as possible when you arrive at your new location. At Next Property, we are able to put you in contact with professional IT consultants with a great deal of experience in office moves... Read more

Surveying

It is important when purchasing a property or entering into lease of new premises to know the condition of the property prior to entering into any commitment. By gathering information through observations, measurements and data analysis, our surveyors can advise on many aspects of construction including design, cost, maintenance, sustainability, repair,... Read more

Space Planning

At Next Property, we are able to put you in contact with professional consultant designers who can advise on a layout for your new offices or redesign your current premises. Specialised in making the most of what you have, their space planning services are suited both to those looking for new premises, where they can assist in determining the space required, or for those seeking... Read more

Rating

Business Rates are a tax on the owners and occupiers of (non-domestic) commercial property and are calculated by reference to a Rateable Value which is assessed by the Valuation Office and reviewed every 5 years. It is calculated that rates typically equate to 45% of annual rent, making it one of the largest overheads for businesses and substantially impacting on the... Read more

Investments

Next Property offers a comprehensive commercial property investment service, satisfying the needs of our clients. Our service includes all aspects of sales and acquisitions, advice on raising of finance by way of short or long term borrowing. Our investment sales specialists use their market knowledge to quickly pinpoint an asset’s value, market it effectively and deliver... Read more