We manage a range of investments from single properties to estates to shopping centres and have a dedicated team to ensure an effective 'hands on' service.

Our service includes:-

• Collection of rent

• Insurance

• Regular inspections to ensure compliance by tenant with his lease obligations

• Authorisation and supervision of repairs

• Approval of assignments and sub lettings

• Negotiation of rent reviews and lease renewals

• Annual valuations ­ to assess past performance and provide an analysis by type of property size, location, rent review patterns as appropriate

• Continuous appraisal to identify opportunities to improve and maximise rental and capital growth: in particular to note changes in the investment market, planning requirements which may lead to a decision to dispose or redevelop property.

With effect fom 1st April 2010 all non domestic properties have been revalued and this valuation is based on rental values as of 1st April 2008. The liability of each business depends on three factors.

A multiplier or 'poundage' set each year by the government. For 2010/2011 the multiplier is 41.4p per pound of rateable value: a lower rate and reliefs are available for smaller premises.

Transitional Relief The property market has changed significantly between the 2005 and 2010 revaluations and transitional relief phases in the effects of this change on a ratepayers bill.

The Rateable Value which is an estimate of the yearly rent at which your property might reasonably have been let at the date of valuation ­ for the new list at 1st April 2008.

We will advise as to whether an appeal is appropriate and thereafter lodge an appeal, negotiate your case with the Valuation Office and if necessary at Tribunal.