Our dedicated team combine knowledge and expertise to provide independent and impartial advice with the aim of supplying property solutions aligned to client's financial and operational needs. Brownill Bateman represent clients involved in all sectors of commerce and industry including small and medium sized businesses, major blue chip companies and, of equal importance, the private individual.

Property Agency

Brownill Bateman provide a comprehensive agency service relating to the sale, letting, and acquisition of commercial and industrial property throughout the Midlands and North of England. Our up to date knowledge of the market and experience of handling and completing transactions puts our clients in the best possible position.

When considering the disposal of a property, whether for sale or to let, we implement tailor-made marketing strategies aimed at gaining maximum market exposure. Internet, special publications, local press, on-site and print promotion advertising methods are utilised to ensure the best commercial deal is achieved. More discreet marketing can also be undertaken, if required.

Using our expertise we are able to search, source and negotiate freehold and leasehold acquisitions on behalf of clients. Clients take advantage of our commercial contacts and 'insider knowledge' and find out about those “off market” opportunities, giving them a greater advantage.

Our knowledge base is enhanced by using both in-house and external databases which afford us access to an extensive list of property requirements and availability contacts.

Valuations

Our fully qualified chartered valuation surveyors provide valuations for a variety of purposes in accordance with the RICS Appraisal and Valuation Standards. Our thorough knowledge of the market enables us to ensure that consistent and accurate valuations are delivered.

Brownill Bateman are panel valuers for a number of major banks, building societies and lending institutions for whom we provide valuation reports for secured lending purposes.

• Purchase
• Disposal
• Loan Security
• Corporate Finance
• Personal (including matrimonial)
• Disputes
• Insurance
• Taxation
• Pension

Surveys

We undertake property surveys on a wide range of commercial properties and for a variety of purposes. Surveys are prepared for clients considering committing to a purchase or a lease. Where defects or items of disrepair are noted a survey will provide clients with peace of mind.

Our dilapidation surveyors also prepare and serve schedules of dilapidations on behalf of landlords, or act on behalf of tenants by responding to and negotiating the costs of a dilapidations claim.

Additionally, we prepare schedules of condition which can be attached to leases to limit the tenant's repairing obligations and act as a schedule of evidence relating to the state of repair at a particular property.

Rent reviews & lease renewals

We act on behalf of both owners and occupiers involved in the leasing of commercial property in undertaking rent review and lease renewal proceedings. Our active management, bank valuation activity and agency services complement and assist in negotiations.

Our market knowledge and database of transactional evidence helps when negotiating a settlement or agreeing new lease terms. In addition to utilising the latest market information we also have an up to date knowledge of legislation, case law and new precedents. When the need arises we prepare representations for arbitration or independent expert witness submissions and also act as Expert Witnesses before the courts where appropriate.

We encourage good relationships between landlords and tenants and promote the Code of Practice for Commercial Leases in England and Wales.

Dispute Resolution

Brownill Bateman have a strong commercial department which deals with all sectors and disciplines relating to commercial property. When the need arises we prepare representations for arbitration or independent expert witness submissions and also act as Expert Witnesses before the courts as of when appropriate.

For further details telephone: 0114 290 3306, email: mjfp@brownillbateman.com. or fax: 0114 275 4971

Management

Brownill Bateman have a large portfolio of properties which we manage on behalf of clients. Our proactive and flexible management approach means that we take responsibility for our clients' property, saving them time and money. We provide peace of mind.

Our strong “back office” team deal with rent collections and service administration and are supported by Chartered Surveyors. We are able to undertake tenant referencing and carry out regular inspections to ensure that tenants are complying both with their lease obligations and statutory requirements. We are well versed in the legislation affecting the management of properties and our expert local knowledge helps us to add value for our clients.

Development

Our commercial department have the relevant knowledge and experience of the development process to advise and guide clients on all development matters from inception to the completion of projects.

We are aware of occupational demand across residential and commercial markets which enables us to forecast trends and advise on the merits of particular schemes. From the initial site-finding stages we are able to prepare and bring forward landed opportunities through the planning process.

Dependent on the client's requirements we provide advice on disposal strategies whether it be leasing policy, sale and leaseback issues or simply handling an outright sale.

Business Rates

Brownill Bateman have been reducing their clients' rating liabilities for many years, providing advice on what is often a significant occupational overhead. We have wide ranging experience in submitting appeals, establishing tone values and undertaking negotiations with the Valuation Office.