Landlords

Why 2025 is Corporate Real Estate’s defining moment

Corporate real estate is entering a period of unprecedented pressure and profound change. The fourth edition of the (Y)OUR SPACE campaign - drawing on insights from leaders across 268 companies - reveals a sector at a crossroads

25 November 2025

Workplace

Should you stay or go? How to make the right decision for your business

Deciding whether to stay in existing premises, or to invest time and energy relocating, is a key decision faced by occupiers and one to be considered alongside wider business strategy planning.

05 November 2025

Landlords

Navigating the Business Rates landscape: What occupiers need to know

As the UK enters the final year of the 2023 Rating List, the business rates landscape is undergoing one of its most significant periods of change in a decade.

04 November 2025

Workplace

Agility in action: Manchester’s dynamic occupier market

Manchester is renowned for being a city of industry and progress, and in a rapidly evolving market, occupiers need their buildings to work as hard as they do.

04 November 2025

Landlords

What do occupiers really want? Key takeaways from the Property Performance event

As occupier expectations evolve, asset owners face growing pressure to balance performance, sustainability and experience. Our recent Property Performance event explored how understanding five key occupier priorities can help owners make smarter investment decisions, drive value, and future-proof their portfolios.

22 October 2025

Landlords

Revitalising an icon for a new generation

Working with Star Grace Development Limited transform an iconic RSHP building for a new generation of occupiers

07 October 2025

Landlords

Key considerations for amenity investment

Before occupiers even set foot in a building, the allure of thoughtful amenities shapes their perception of value and experience.

07 October 2025

Landlords

Driving operational efficiency for occupiers through smarter spending

As cost pressures rise and capex tightens, operational efficiency has become the new measure of resilience. We examine how occupiers can achieve more through disciplined, insight-driven spending that balances performance, sustainability, and return on investment.

07 October 2025

Landlords

Amenities: Balancing the flash with the functional

Although facilities like high-end gyms, rooftop bars or boutique cafés might have once been non-negotiables when it comes to attracting occupiers, the market is seeing a shift in focus – away from prestige and towards more purposeful, quality design.

07 October 2025

Landlords

Agility is the new currency for occupiers

Occupier expectations are changing fast, and flexibility and efficiency are no longer nice-to-haves - they’re baseline requirements.

07 October 2025

Landlords

Delivering seamless homefinding for global talent

As global mobility becomes more prevalent - and complex - businesses are under increasing pressure to ensure that any employees being relocated experience a smooth and successful manner - particularly when it comes to securing the right home in a fast-moving rental market like London.

09 September 2025

Why landlords should consider corporate tenants

Corporate tenants represent one of the most reliable, professional and high-value segments of the rental market. We explore the benefits and what landlords should be aware of.

19 August 2025

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

Landlords

Renters’ Rights Act explained: what does it mean for landlords and tenants?

LAST UPDATE JUNE 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 finished the committee stage in the House of Lords, and currently there are no changes of significance proposed to the Bill. The next phase will be the report stage, which is scheduled for the 1 July 2025. We have put together this important update to help you understand the main points currently set out in the Bill.

02 April 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 strategies to minimise void periods to maximise your returns.

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 multiple regulatory changes regarding buy-to-let property ownership which have made it more challenging for landlords.

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 you do that?

30 January 2025

Landlords

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

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 service that is reshaping how landlords and tenants perceive and utilise commercial spaces in the UK.

20 November 2024

Workplace

Shaping office spaces for gaming companies

Jamie Phillips, Partner in Office Agency and Tenant Representation, explores key insights and trends shaping office spaces for gaming companies, providing actionable advice for both occupiers and landlords.

11 November 2024

Landlords

Putting UPRN at the heart of the UK property market

At Knight Frank we are delighted to support the open letter that went to the Housing Minister on 16 October 2024 regarding the use of the Unique Property Reference Number (UPRN).

22 October 2024

Landlords

The latest Renters (Reform) Bill update

Following the third reading in the House of Commons, the Renters (Reform) Bill has had over 200 amendments tabled. Now that many of the government's amendments have been accepted, the Bill will begin its journey through the House of Lords.

04 October 2024

Landlords

King’s Speech July 2024: What does the Renter’s Rights Bill mean to the private rented sector?

Discover Labour’s ambitious plans for the Private Rented Sector (PRS) as outlined in the recent King's Speech. Explore key takeaways surrounding tenant rights and landlord responsibilities in the UK.

23 July 2024