Perspectives
Landlords
Occupiers are reshaping the rules for the London office market
The demand for prime office space is growing alongside the volume of secondary space. Our Occupier Fit Out Cost Guide explores the growth sectors and key considerations when planning a fit out.
23 May 2025
ESG
Strengthening communities with social impact partner Sported
Introducing Limitless, our new long-term social impact programme designed to deliver lasting, meaningful change.
08 May 2025
Workplace
Designing for all: Accessibility and key inclusive design principles
Jeni Durksen, Associate Design Director at M Moser Associates, a firm centred around the design, engineering and delivery of workplace environments, offers her perspective on inclusive design and its
07 May 2025
Development
Partners in tech: Driving innovation and efficiency in real estate with Street Group
At 博鱼体育集团 Frank, we work closely with clients, colleagues and partners to use technology as a way to identify and address the challenges facing the real estate sector. We know that developing more
01 May 2025
Investments
Is green finance a deal breaker for investors?
If the UK is to meet its target of becoming a net zero economy by 2050, the right structures and services need to be put in place that will allow us to put a stop to our contribution to climate
23 April 2025
Landlords
Renters’ Rights Bill explained: what does it mean for landlords and tenants?
LAST UPDATE MARCH 2025: The Renters’ Rights Bill was introduced to the UK Parliament with its first reading in the House of Commons on 11 September 2024. The Bill has now completed its passage
02 April 2025
Investments
5 ways property managers can drive Sustainable Development Goal: Climate Action
Claire Murray, ESG Manager, explores how property managers can not only meet short-term sustainability goals but also future-proof assets...
27 February 2025
Investments
City Property Association’s 'City of London Market Update': Q&A with Dan Gaunt
Over two hundred developers, investors and real estate professionals gathered recently for an update on the current state of the London market, hosted by the City Property Association (CPA).
13 February 2025
ESG
The inevitable shift: ESG's role in guiding listed buildings towards residential conversion
A quiet transformation is unfolding across Central London. Iconic Grade II listed buildings, once highly sought after in the commercial...
05 February 2025
Investments
Understanding rental yields: What to expect from quality properties
If you’re considering becoming a landlord, deciding where and what to buy is a deciding factor in the income you’ll receive. Knowing how to maximise your rental yield (which we’ll explain below) is
31 January 2025
Investments
Void periods explained: How to minimise vacancy and maximise returns
One of the pitfalls of being a landlord is void periods. It can be a real headache. It means a period of time without that rental income and having to find your next tenant. Here, we’ll share
31 January 2025
Investments
Getting started in buy-to-let: a step-by-step guide for new investors
When it comes to investments, a buy-to-let property can seem an attractive and lucrative opportunity. And it can be. But the property landscape’s very different today to 20 years ago. There have been
30 January 2025
Investments
Sourcing best-in-class tenants
Finding the right tenant for your property is an important part of the rental process. You want a high quality match - somebody who’ll look after your property and be a reliable tenant. But how do
30 January 2025
Article
Legal essentials for landlords: Regulations, rights and responsibilities
Being a landlord can provide a lucrative source of income, but renting out your property has its complexities.
30 January 2025
Article
Introducing The London Series 2025: navigating change and seizing opportunity
This week, we’re excited to launch The London Series, a four-part insight series aligned with the 2025 London Breakfast in February, designed to address the pressing issues shaping London’s market
30 January 2025
Investments
Beyond PFI: A Guide to Non-Reversionary Contracts
As we approach the next five years, over 130 Private Finance Initiative (PFI) contracts—valued collectively at £5 billion...
29 January 2025
ESG
Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS): Action plan and Phase 4
As we enter phase 4 of the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS), businesses must adapt to new requirements that include detailed action plans and a stronger emphasis on energy efficiency.
28 January 2025
ESG
ESG in 2025: Going 'back to basics' to drive consistent, impactful results
As we move into 2025, the world of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) in real estate continues to evolve, with new frameworks, platforms, and guidelines emerging to address the complex
22 January 2025
Development
The role of AI in ESG and its impact on real estate
AI is transforming our day-to-day lives at pace, and the real estate sector is no exception; investing in technology will allow real estate owners to remain competitive in the market, providing
21 January 2025
Development
Life Sciences in 2025: the impact of digital transformation and economic adjustments on real estate
The life sciences sector in the UK continues its upwards trajectory, embracing digital transformation, evolving regulatory reforms, and proving resilient to ongoing economic fluctuations.
20 January 2025
Investments
Valuation & Advisory seminar – key themes for 2025
The Valuation and Advisory team recently hosted a breakfast seminar at 博鱼体育集团 Frank’s Head Office in central London, presenting key themes and forecasts for the UK commercial property market in 2025,
17 January 2025
Development
7 things to consider before developing on greenfield land: A guide for landowners
Jonathan Wish, Partner in the Development & Planning team, provides his expert insight, exploring key considerations to help landowners embark on their land sale journey.
09 December 2024
Workplace
Turning obsolescence into opportunity: how we repositioned a Newcastle Office into a luxury hotel
Our commercial property experts from the Newcastle office, Patrick Matheson, Partner and Ian Tew, Partner, share a successful story where their collaborative approach transformed an outdated office
03 December 2024
Development
Repurposing a commercial building in Wales: The transformation of Scott Harbour in Cardiff Bay
Matt Phillips, Partner, Office Head in Cardiff, talks us through a case study that examines how an office building in Cardiff Bay, nearing obsolescence, was successfully transformed into a vibrant
03 December 2024
Investments
Mapping out the repurposing journey in the UK
During our recent Property Performance event, teams across 博鱼体育集团 Frank came together to discuss what repurposing means for commercial real estate across the UK.
29 November 2024
Investments
Challenging regional brain drain: how Manchester is retaining talent
David Porter, Partner and Office Head in Manchester discusses how regional cities like Manchester are rewriting the narrative of graduate retention by creating vibrant environments where talent and
26 November 2024
Landlords
Introducing Flex Leasing
In the evolving landscape of commercial real estate, adaptability is key to staying ahead. Steven Lydon, Associate, Head of Flexible Leasing, explores the innovative concept of flex leasing, a
20 November 2024
Development
How the new labour government could impact the commercial real estate market in Newcastle
With Labour's return to power nationally, there's growing curiosity about how this political shift will affect regional economies.
11 November 2024
