In April 2018, the new legal minimum energy efficiency standards (MEES) for commercial buildings were introduced. The arrival of these new legal standards has brought about a number of threats and opportunities for landlords, developers and investors. Within this guide to the minimum energy efficiency standards for commercial buildings,…
Read moreAre you getting enough from your commercial property solicitors?
Regardless of whether you own one property or you’re the proud owner of a large commercial property portfolio, enlisting the help of the right commercial property solicitor is essential for making the process of buying and selling commercial property as smooth as possible. A diligent commercial property lawyer will assist…
Read moreThe top 5 places for commercial property investment outside of London
Investing in commercial property in the UK may feel like taking a stab in the dark given the volatile economic climate and the uncertainty of Brexit. Despite this, sales in the UK commercial property market have experienced growth, and this trend is set to continue in the future. Similarly…
Read moreThe benefits of investing in commercial property
Whether you’re considering making the switch from residential property investment, or you’re a business owner planning on moving on from renting a commercial space, investing in commercial property can bring about a wealth of benefits for your future. With the recent changes and challenges faced in residential investment (including…
Read moreA guide to leasing your commercial property
If you own commercial property, it’s likely that you’ve considered leasing it at some point. A lease is a contractual bond between the landlord and the tenant, that grants the tenant absolute possession of the property for a defined period. For those who are new to leasing and want…
Read moreThe commercial property conveyancing process when buying
If you are in the process of purchasing commercial property, we understand that UK conveyancing processes can seem complicated. Conveyancing is the act of legally transferring the ownership of a property from the seller to yourself as the buyer. The conveyancing process differs depending on whether you are the…
Read moreThe commercial property conveyancing process for selling
If you are selling a commercial property, you will be aware of conveyancing process from when you bought the property. In summary, conveyancing refers to the act of legally transferring the ownership of a property from you, the seller, to the buyer. However, it’s important to distinguish between the…
Read moreWhat landlords need to be thinking about ahead of the EPC changes 2018
From April 2018, there will be new minimum energy efficiency standards regulations for landlords of privately rented domestic and non-domestic properties to comply with. The new legislation states that from April next year, landlords of the property types mentioned above must ensure that their properties have an Energy Performance…
Read moreWhat does a commercial litigator do?
Commercial litigation relates to any type of dispute within the business world, whether it’s in a foreign jurisdiction or in the UK. The question is, what does a commercial litigator actually do, how does the process work and how can they help you? Abacus Solicitors have everything you need to…
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