Welcome to the blog
On this blog I regularly share articles, case studies and videos to shed light on the topics that come up most frequently when I am helping business owners who are addressing their premises challenges.
Five things to consider if you’re set on owning your commercial premises
If I had a pound for every time I’ve heard this phrase, I’d be a very wealthy man: “Paying rent is money down the drain – I want to buy a building to put my business in”. Many a business owner has crossed my path determined to purchase a commercial premises for their business rather than […]
How can I exit my commercial lease?
As your business grows and changes over time, you are likely to reach a point where you need the right commercial property and lease not just to facilitate your day-to-day operations, but also to add value to your business overall. If you cannot make adjustments or negotiate on your current premises lease, the only option […]
What are Heads of Terms and what do they mean?
“Heads of Terms” is a document setting out the fundamental agreement between a landlord and a tenant and is the precursor to the lease itself. At this point, they are not legally binding but serve as a crucial stepping stone towards finalising the lease. Many estate agents will send you the Heads of Terms and […]