Acquiring Office, Lab or Industrial Space? How a Professional Advisor Can Save You Time and Cost
For many firms, business space occupational costs are often one of the largest operational liabilities. Business occupiers who retain a commercial property advisor to help them co-ordinate and manage their acquisition of new office, lab or industrial space will often save substantial time, resource, and cost. Occupiers who take expert advice from the outset, and […]
A Festive Afternoon with Reading’s 7 Flowers & Tea
Shout out to a wonderful independent retailer ‘7 Flowers & Tea’ in Cross Street, Reading for a very enjoyable event making Christmas wreathes – who would have thought that a bunch of commercial property people could be so creative!
Service Charges and the Updated RICS Professional Standard
The second edition of the RICS Service Charges in Commercial Property professional standard comes into force for RICS-accredited professionals from December 31, 2025. The aim is to bring greater clarity and consistency to how service charges for commercial property are managed, charged and reported. It’s worth underlining that the wording of the specific lease agreement […]
What is a Calderbank Offer?
If your advisor recommends serving a Calderbank Offer – or if you’ve received one during the course of rent review or lease renewal negotiations, here’s what you need to know. A Calderbank Offer is a formal settlement proposal made ‘without prejudice save as to costs.’ This means it’s not shown to third parties whilst negotiations […]
Q3 2025 Retail Market Commentary with a focus on Henley
This commentary is written ahead of the Autumn budget and the retail sector is holdings its breath for what the government might deliver. Sixty chief executives of many of the UK’s leading brands have joined forces and they wrote to the chancellor in August to warn that the sector could not absorb any more costs, […]
Hicks Baker Sponsors Thames Valley’s Fastest-Growing SMEs Business Awards
We’re proud to announce that Hicks Baker was a sponsor of the recent Thames Valley SME Growth 100 Awards, hosted by Insider Media at Stanlake Park Wine Estate. The event celebrated the region’s most dynamic SMEs, recognising growth, innovation and leadership. Celebrating Local Success The awards showcased thriving businesses across the Thames Valley. Notably, the Tech Company of the Year title […]
Property News Issue H2 2025
H2 Newsletter as a halfway point for 2025 – In this edition we share guidance on maximising property value, navigating legal changes, and managing risks, alongside a retail spotlight on Wokingham and Woodley.
How to Successfully invest in Retail Property in Uncertain Times
The global economy is currently front-page news and this tends to happen in periods of heightened uncertainty and risk, which influences everything from bond yields to interest rates and consumer confidence. All of these factors also have significant implications for the commercial retail property market. Uncertainty and volatility are elements that we’ve learned to live […]
Free Retail Property Surgery Sessions for Landlords & Tenants in Reading
Hicks Baker is pleased to offer a free 20-minute consultancy call to retail landlords and tenants in Reading. Whether you have questions about lease agreements, property management, market conditions, or any other commercial property concerns, our expert team is here to help. Who Can Benefit? Retail landlords in Reading looking for guidance on leasing, tenant […]
Property News Issue H1 2025
H1 2025 Newsletter As 2025 begins, the commercial property market presents new challenges and opportunities. This edition covers key trends, legal updates, and management strategies, from shifting retail demand to government rental initiatives. Q3 2024 Retail Market Commentary Windsor Hicks Baker’s latest retail market review examines Q3 2024 trends, with a particular focus on Windsor, […]
