Commercial Property
SWIP adds to property portfolio
SWIP, on behalf of Scottish Widows Unit Fund (SWUF Ltd), have announced the purchase of Longwood Road Retail Park, Newtownabbey near Belfast, from Corbo Properties for £48m. The net initial yield is 6.2%.
Fears grow of commercial property price fall
The number of financial advisers expecting commercial property prices to fall has increased significantly since the start of 2010.
Standard Life adds to South American property presence
Standard Life Investments, one of the largest property investors in Europe, have announced on behalf of its Select Property Fund the completion of a further two key acquisitions in Brazil at a combined price of nearly R$110 million (£40m).
Farmland prices remain high
Prices for farmland remain high, driven by increased demand for commercial farmland and a continued lack of supply, says the latest RICS Rural Land Market Survey.
West End success for SWIP development
Only five months since its launch to market, SWIP has seen unparalleled levels of lettings at its prestigious re-development in Mayfair, London, in spite of the difficult property market conditions.
JPMAM experiences flurry of leasing activity across Europe
J.P. Morgan Asset Management's European Real Estate Group announces it has signed, on behalf of institutional investors it advises, in excess of 40,000 square metres of new real estate leases at properties it manages throughout Germany, Belgium and France in the second quarter of 2010 - more than double the level leased in the first quarter of the year.
Looking for office space in London? Try Covent Garden
Looking for office space in London can be a confusing and challenging event. Where to look, how much to pay and proximity to Underground stations are just three of the major factors which should be considered when looking for your new headquarters.
Hygiene in the office: Top tips for keeping rodents out
Office hygiene is a part of social etiquette that often gets overlooked. Staff members who munch on packets of salt and vinegar crisps, whilst leaning across germ infested keyboards provide a feast for scurrying rodents.
Office relocation: 8 things to consider
Moving to a new office can present a huge benefit to a company, motivating employees, exploring new business avenues, saving money and demonstrating growth. However, it can be a stressful experience without careful planning, so it is vital to explore the following points.
How to create an impressive office space
So you've found the ideal office space you need and you're all ready for the move, except it's a little sparse and uninteresting inside. What steps can you take to not only make your employees happier but also impress your clients?
Top performing long lease property fund invests £155M
Standard Life Investments, one of the largest property fund managers in Europe, has completed on behalf of its top performing Long Lease Property Fund a series of acquisitions totalling £155m.
£4m refurbishment completed at Sheffield’s Aspect Court
A £4m refurbishment project to renovate Sheffield’s Aspect Court has been completed.
Legal & General and Mitsubishi launch Piano's first UK scheme
Legal & General Property and Mitsubishi Estate Company today launched Central Saint Giles, the first completed development in the UK by internationally-acclaimed architect Renzo Piano.
Commercial property upswing continues
The commercial property upswing continued in to 2010 with Latin America and Asia leading the way says the latest RICS Global Property Survey.
Secure unoccupied industrial premises warns Aviva
With around 20% of UK warehouses and factories unoccupied, Aviva is warning property owners of the need to take all necessary precautions to secure vacant buildings.