Securing a new commercial site looks relatively straightforward on paper. However, once the reality of a property search sets in, most businesses quickly realise just how complex and time-consuming the process is.
At Medway & Law, we handle the entire process on your behalf which includes filtering through listings, preparing schedules, organising viewings, negotiating heads of terms, overseeing the legal process and managing obstacles throughout the process.
Here is how we break down the barriers across retail, office, and investment acquisitions in London.
Retail – Finding Prime Units
Finding a retail unit online can be an incredibly frustrating. Very often properties marketed online have normally been let and properties that are still available are often in secondary spots.
The best opportunities in London’s retail market are rarely advertised publicly. They are handled off market. With over 50 years of combined experience in the capital, we have built a strong data base of landlords, developers and agents which makes it possible to find off market opportunities.
Office Acquisitions – Negotiating the Best Terms
For people who do not understand the market, signing office terms without the help of a surveyor will often miss out on significant savings and favourable lease terms. In our experience people frequently overpay on rents and overlook key factors such as rent-free periods and strategic break options.
Negotiating Heads of Terms with seasoned landlords in the west end requires skill. Without an experienced surveyor you will more than likely be signing terms that are in favour of the landlord which become apparent over the duration of the lease. Weve seen example where tenants haven’t had schedules of conditions that make dilapidations costly.
On behalf of our office acquisition clients, we have been able to negotiate terms which more than cover our fees. Our clients have had the luxury of time saved in appointing us to handle the process whilst simultaneously saving money.
Property Investment – Navigating a Prime Market
The current market conditions present a great opportunity to purchase property, but London’s micro-markets can be notoriously difficult to read if you are unfamiliar with the capital.
With more than five decades of expertise in the capital, we know exactly where the best opportunities are. We advise you on the best locations and crucially, introduce you to the best investment properties which include retail, office, and industrial assets, that are traded mostly off market.
Partner with Medway & Law
We are actively working with clients to help them acquire prime retail units, modern office spaces, and commercial investments across London. If you are looking to purchase / let industrial, retail or office space, we can provide you with a tailored service.
Please reach out to us or for more information about the service please visit our:
Commercial Property Acquisition Service Page
- 📞 Call us: 0207 043 0111
- ✉️ Email us: Info@medwayandlaw.co.uk
- 📍 Office: 20 Hanover Street, London, W1S 1YR
