Michael Fraser

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Michael - founding partner of Find a London Office  - started in the London property market in 1970. Michael has developed extensive knowledge of the locations, the owners, the rental values, and - most importantly - has developed very solid contacts with the other agents working in the hub of the conventional office market, giving him a considerable advantage both sourcing office space, and negotiating the best possible terms for the tenant.

Michael Fraser's Recent Posts

Jul 28 2010

The Knowledge

Choosing the right location for your new London office

by Michael Fraser

Location, Location Location! Choosing the right location for your London office space can be a daunting prospect, particularly if your knowledge of the city is skin deep. Sometimes your initial instincts are spot on, but often a more in depth knowledge of what’s available elsewhere will lead to a change of heart. Using a London [...]
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Jul 19 2010

News & Views

Big Government Cuts impact on London Office Space?

by Michael Fraser

As the government marches ahead in the search for cuts in expenditure, many are considering the knock-on effects such as increased unemployment- a very valid point. But with each cut, there will be other things are affected. Take the cut in schools expenditure. A huge disappointment for pupils, parents and all those directly involved in [...]
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Aug 13 2009

News & Views

Introducing The FindaLondonOffice Guide to Eating Out

by Michael Fraser

We would like to introduce our first blog mini-series. The FindaLondonOffice Guide to Eating Out. We at FindaLondonOffice deal with so many different clients in so many different locations that amongst other things, we learn what they have learnt – where to eat.  New to the blog will be a place where we can pass [...]
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Jul 30 2009

News & Views

Privacy in the Office | Who’s Looking Over Your Shoulder When You Read This?!

by Michael Fraser

Long after the demise of Captain Mainwaring aka Captain Mannering, the great aspiration for many an office worker was to be given their own office.  Many of those with this aspiration that have nearly achieved it feel that they have been swindled. By the time it was nearing their turn to have a private office, [...]
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Jul 28 2009

News & Views

London’s Car Parking Facilities May Receive a Facelift

by Michael Fraser

Parking featured in our 8 Most Frequently Asked Questions post. With the stance on outer London parking restrictions under review, the potential for boosting the London office market is being examined. The Outer London Commission has published a report that has found that a more flexible approach to parking policies may help strengthen outer London [...]
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Jul 23 2009

The Politics of Working Hours

by Michael Fraser

There is a lot more behind the typical employee’s attitude towards working hours than many realise, particualrly in London where many work longer hours and overtime. Flexible working is an accepted method used by many companies, but even where it is in place, the individual may have his or her own ideas about the image [...]
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Jul 17 2009

News & Views

Computers Are Bad For Your Health, So Learn Damage Limitation

by Michael Fraser

Chances are, anyone occupying London office space uses computers in most, if not all areas of productivity. We feel that there is an information deficit in the way that many choose to address this. Ergonomic considerations should be made when considering IT infrastructure and the way your office is fitted out. You’ve probably come across [...]
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Jun 18 2009

News & Views

Up in a Puff of Smoke

by Michael Fraser

Whilst we know that the majority of people don’t approve of smokers, the recent regulations have made things difficult for those that do. What smokers do Many office smokers jump on board the cafe culture bandwagon (minus the coffee) and make an increasing amount of little trips to buy ‘coffee’ and sweets or for any [...]
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Jun 11 2009

News & Views

Does your Office Commissionaire Look Good?

by Michael Fraser

They say first impressions count, so when your clients reach your premises, what exactly are they presented with? When initially finding out what a new client really wants in the way of a new office, so many say they must have a commissionaire. Is this for looks or for security?  Frankly, some don’t look good [...]
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