If you like the look of an available commercial property within our portfolio, but it doesn’t have the appropriate use class for what you intend to do with it, all is not lost. To enable new and existing businesses to make the most of available commercial space, the UK government has simplified the planning rules to make it easier to...

A recent study of British trends in self-employment, underpinned by Google search data, has revealed a sharp rise in the number of would-be entrepreneurs since the easing of Covid-19 restrictions. The findings, generated by Novuna Business Cash Flow, show that the number of users considering setting up their own business had risen by more than a third (36%) since the...

The town of Leyton is a modest one, with a population of just over 14,000 within its ward. However, despite its relatively small size, its proximity to other areas of East London means Leyton offers an abundance of opportunities for businesses in the area. Leyton is within the London Borough of Waltham Forest, which encompasses the likes of Walthamstow, Leytonstone...

Rubery may be a modest village in the Bromsgrove district, but it’s an area that offers many logistical benefits to businesses requiring great transport links and the chance to forge industry connections throughout England’s ‘Second City’ of Birmingham. In fact, despite being in north-east Worcestershire, Rubery still has a Birmingham postcode. It’s only nine miles from Rubery into the heart...

If you are planning to let your first commercial property as a business owner, it’s important to fully understand the concept of break clauses. Failure to grasp the basics could result in your business losing substantial sums of money and facing significant inconvenience down the line. Read on as we explore how break clauses work, their typical requirements and if...

Lichfield is a picturesque medieval city in south-east of Staffordshire. With a modest population of 32,219 at the time of the 2011 Census, Lichfield is by no means one of the biggest local economies in the West Midlands. Nevertheless, from a strategic perspective, it offers many benefits to growing businesses seeking cost-effective, well-connected workspace. The Cathedral City of Lichfield has...

Understanding your obligations as a first-time commercial property tenant is imperative to safeguard your best interests. It’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with the tasks that you are obliged to oversee, as well as those that should be handled by any responsible commercial property landlord. In most cases, building insurance is not one of those liabilities for tenants, contrary...

When it comes to commercial property, not all units are the same. As a result, each commercial property is given a classification based on the unit’s age, aesthetics and overall infrastructure. These office gradings are commonly used by commercial real estate landlords to identify fair lease costs per unit. If you are unclear what distinguishes between Grade A, Grade B...

This year promises to be a tremendous opportunity for the city of Birmingham to rebound fast in the post-pandemic era. The impending 2022 Commonwealth Games in the ‘Second City’ represents a golden chance for Birmingham to shine on the world stage, cementing it – and the rest of the West Midlands – as a world leading hub for investment, trade...

If you are thinking about leasing a commercial unit for the first time, the chances are you’ll be focused on the monthly rent first and foremost. That’s a natural thing to do as it’s an immediate hit to your bottom line. However, it’s also important to be mindful of your legal obligations regarding the condition of the property when the...