Mixed use property typically combines ground-floor retail, office, or hospitality premises with residential flats above, and it represents one of the most resilient and dynamic sectors in the UK real estate market. For investors and property owners, mixed use properties offer diversified income streams, spreading risk across commercial and residential tenants. For sellers, high demand
For several years, commercial property owners and landlords, institutional investors, and occupiers across England and Wales have operated under a cloud of regulatory uncertainty surrounding energy efficiency, writes Tariq Phillips, commercial property solicitor at KWW Solicitors of East Molesey. With proposed milestones looming and clarity hard to find, strategic asset planning felt like aiming at
For decades, the commercial property market in England and Wales has operated on a bedrock of predictable income, writes Tariq Phillips, commercial property specialist solicitor at KWW Solicitors in East Molesey. Central to this stability was the upwards-only rent review (UORR) clause. These provisions guaranteed that a property’s rent could only climb or stay the
The commercial property market in 2026 is unrecognisable compared to just a decade ago. Driven by the ‘flight to quality’, the rise of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) mandates, and the permanent integration of hybrid work, businesses today face a complex legal and operational environment. At KWW Solicitors, based in East Molesey, we have a
The sale or purchase of a family-owned business in the UK is far more than a straightforward commercial transaction; it’s an emotionally charged transition that affects not just balance sheets but family legacies and personal relationships. While accountants and financial advisers calculate value, it falls to the solicitor to act as the crucial legal architect,
Commercial property development is a complex and often high-stakes field. For a project to succeed, developers need more than just capital and vision; they need an outstanding legal partner. A commercial solicitor delivering exceptional service to property developers must possess a blend of specialist legal knowledge and superior customer relationship skills. KWW Solicitors in East
Private residential landlords are being challenged to keep pace with current legislation, and a scheme to support tenants through debt is one of the latest demanding a detailed understanding. The Debt Respite Scheme, launched in 2020, introduced a so-called ‘breathing space’ for tenants trying to manage debt, including those experiencing a mental health crisis. The
Whether you need to do anything if you decide to change the use of a premises depends on two main factors. The first is the current use of the premises and the second is whether you own or lease the premises, writes our Head of Commercial Property Salv Sole. This means we must consider the
As a commercial landlord, it can often feel like you’re navigating a maze of obligations and responsibilities. From ensuring the safety of the premises to managing the terms of your lease agreements, it’s a line of work that requires careful attention to detail, says Salv Sole, Head of Commercial Property at KWW Solicitors of East
As a landlord in the UK, dealing with commercial tenants can be a complex and challenging task, says our Head of Commercial Property Salv Sole. This article offers a quick overview of the key aspects involved in managing commercial tenants, including understanding the legal framework, setting up a lease agreement, dealing with disputes and ensuring