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Business rates advice for owners
Expert rates advisory for property owners and landlords.
We'll help you manage business rates efficiently and identify opportunities to save money.
Managing business rates can be complex for commercial property owners – particularly across portfolios, void periods and refurbishment projects. Our rating advisors work across sectors to help you assess liabilities, reduce unnecessary exposure and make informed decisions that protect asset value.
Why trust our business rates advice?
Our seasoned team of business rates experts deliver savings for property owners and landlords at every stage of the rating cycle.
Managing business rates across the property lifecycle
We provide practical, tailored advice to help owners manage business rates efficiently across the property lifecycle.
From vacancy and refurbishment to assessments, reliefs and appeals, we help you reduce unnecessary cost and respond confidently to change. With the support of our expert team, you can:
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Mitigate empty rate liability during void periods
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Support occupancy by reducing avoidable cost burdens
- Improve visibility of liabilities to support asset and portfolio planning
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Enhance the potential for rental growth through smarter rates management
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Respond strategically to refurbishment, completion and regulatory change
Supporting property owners and portfolios
For property owners, investors and asset managers, business rates are more than an operational cost. They can influence income, asset value and overall portfolio performance. We'll help you build a clearer view of liabilities across your assets, identify where action is needed and make better-informed decisions that support your wider investment strategy.
By aligning rates advice with your investment strategy, we help you reduce avoidable cost, protect asset value and maximise returns across your portfolio.
Latest changes to business rates
At the end of 2023, the government rolled out a business rate taxation policy for property owners. The change means owners refurbishing their properties must pay full rates upon completion, even if the property isn't ready to be occupied.
More changes are coming, including tighter regulations on unoccupied relief. With this law, completion notices can be issued as soon as a property reaches a functional state – known as CAT A condition – which means rates can be charged earlier than expected. Our expert advice can help you navigate this complex landscape.
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How we can help you to make savings on your business rates at every stage of a property’s lifecycle.
Our business rates advisors help you to reduce, appeal and manage your liabilities.
Frequently asked questions
Yes – business rates are usually the responsibility of the occupier, but landlords can become liable in certain situations, such as during vacant periods or where properties are unoccupied. Understanding when liability sits with the landlord is key to managing costs effectively.
Yes – landlords are typically liable for business rates on empty commercial properties after an initial relief period. This can increase costs during voids, making it important to plan for and manage these liabilities.
Landlords can reduce business rates through available reliefs, exemptions or mitigation strategies, depending on your property and circumstances. Proactive management of empty property costs can help protect income and support overall portfolio performance.
Yes – business rates can influence tenant demand, rental levels and occupancy rates. Higher liabilities may deter occupiers, while well-managed costs can support stronger leasing outcomes and help enhance asset values.
Business rates are a significant occupier cost and can affect leasing activity, void periods and rental growth. Actively managing liabilities across a portfolio can reduce risk, support tenant demand and improve long-term investment performance.
Yes, we have a complete advisory service for occupiers as well as property owners. You can visit our dedicated page here.
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