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Commercial Property | 9th December 2024

Snail farm scam landlord forced back into their shell

A commercial landlord’s tax avoidance plans have slithered to a slow crawl after their attempt to secure a business rates exemption through a sham ‘snail...

Roderick Campbell

Partner, Head of Commercial Property
Commercial Property | 19th November 2024

Bank of Mum and Dad – how can you protect...

In light of the current housing crisis, and the high interest rates of high street lenders, more and more young people are turning to the...

Emma Reynolds

Solicitor, Commercial Property
Commercial Property | 10th October 2024

Rights of way and agricultural land

The public have a right to roam much of the great outdoors in England. Open access land includes areas like downland, heathland, and mountains where...

Roderick Campbell

Partner, Head of Commercial Property
Commercial Property | 23rd September 2024

Change of use of a premises – what do I...

Whether you need to do anything if you decide to change the use of a premises depends on two main factors. The first is the...

Tamzin Mandelli

Partner, Commercial Property
Commercial Property | 25th June 2024

Common Problems With Break Clauses In Leases

A break clause in a commercial lease allows a tenant (and in limited circumstances a landlord) to bring the lease to an early end. Often...

John Guthrie

Partner, Commercial Property
Commercial Property | 21st May 2024

Commercial landlords: understanding your responsibilities

As a commercial landlord, it can often feel like you're navigating a maze of obligations and responsibilities. From ensuring the safety of the premises to...

Roderick Campbell

Partner, Head of Commercial Property

A Landlord’s Guide to Dealing with Commercial Tenants

As a landlord in the UK, dealing with commercial tenants can be a complex and challenging task. This guide aims to provide a comprehensive overview...

Roderick Campbell

Partner, Head of Commercial Property
Commercial Property | 20th February 2024

Interest Rates: stick, track or twist?

Roughly every 6 weeks, there is baited breath as another interest rate announcement is made by the Bank of England.  As with residential mortgages, the...

Tamzin Mandelli

Partner, Commercial Property
Commercial Property | 20th October 2023

Navigating Energy Rates for Commercial Properties

As the world grapples with the challenges of increasing prices for energy and climate change, the importance of sustainable energy practices has never been more...

Tamzin Mandelli

Partner, Commercial Property