London Office Costs – Business Rates Explained

by Michael Fraser 21st April 2009

So what are business rates and and how do they affect me you ask? Here is a Q&A:

Are Business Rates important to me?
Can the Business Rates be challenged and reduced?
Does HM Revenue & Customs always get the Rateable Value correct?
Is an appeal easy to lodge?

Are Business Rates important to me?
In a word, yes. It’s a [...]

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What do your Service Charges Pay for?

by Ian Kitchener 21st April 2009

As we discussed while breaking down the costs involved with running London office space, there are several costs to consider aside from rent.
Service charges, usually expressed as a rate per square foot occupied (i.e. £6.00 per sq ft per annum), are paid to landlords or managing agents for running multi let office buildings.
Common service [...]

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The 8 Most Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Commercial Property in London

by Shashi Kapoor 21st April 2009

We receive many queries regarding commercial property in London, to save you time we have put this list together.
With this post we will answer the most frequent questions, however if you require additional help, register to talk to one of our experts.
The questions include:

How Long Does it Take to Find a London Office?
Do London [...]

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9 Things to Put on Your Moving Out Checklist.

by Shashi Kapoor 21st April 2009

Once you have secured your office space, there are a number of things to consider. Creating a thorough moving out checklist is just as important as your moving in checklist. There are so many things to remember when moving out of your existing premises in London. This list isn’t all-inclusive, but will be very helpful [...]

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21 Points for your London Office Space Checklist

by Michael Fraser 21st April 2009

First and foremost, it is absolutely essential to take a digital camera with you to viewings; after seeing perhaps 6 properties, the accuracy of your memory can begin to fade!
Writing a comprehensive checklist can save you time and money (our ethos here at FindaLondonOffice) as you will be able to fit more viewings into your [...]

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Conventional or Serviced? Freehold or Leasehold? Which Should You Pick?

by Ian Kitchener 21st April 2009

Making the decision between conventional London office space and serviced office space largely comes down to leasing requirements and the timeframe that you have in mind. Freehold office space gives you total control, however it is a substantial investment to make. Leasehold is a lesser financial commitment, however it does mean that you cannot stay [...]

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Why is Choosing the Right Style of Office Important?

by Shashi Kapoor 20th April 2009

While one would be forgiven for assuming this post is directed at discussing the effect painting your walls blue has on your well being, there is a more important business purposes behind it.
The most important consideration is productivity. Getting feedback from your staff is the key to achieving this. Of course, if you can afford [...]

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