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Lessons from BOXPARK Shoreditch

Lessons from BOXPARK Shoreditch

As an avid enjoyer of comedy, poetry, and private intimate music shows, you would frequently see me at Shoreditch Boxpark before I moved to Watford after the pandemic. It wasn’t just the performances that made Boxpark great, even though they mostly relied on up-and-coming artists and show organisers with modest followings. It also thrived because . . .

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Supporting Small Business Growth

Supporting Small Business Growth

We recently received an instruction to identify the ideal property for a new Nigerian restaurant concept, similar to popular establishments such as 84west & Demi’s. If you’re a commercial agent or asset manager with a high street property, please read on. During my research, I noticed that many restaurant properties being marketed are either businesses . . .

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There is a new government in town.

There is a new government in town.

After a very divisive election, we are starting to see the first shoots of a new government with new policies on tackling the key issues of the day. Labour seems keen on delivering their manifesto commitments with the establishment of boards chaired by the PM to ensure their delivery. Here are some pledges that hopefully . . .

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“Higher of” rent review

“Higher of” rent review

We recently spoke to a tenant that received a rent review notice from their landlord. They did the right thing and contacted Olawill as soon as they received the notice. Upon reviewing the notice and the lease, I noticed 3 things: 1️⃣ The tenant did the right thing by contacting us as soon as possible, . . .

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Who is involved in ensuring a thriving local high street?

Who is involved in ensuring a thriving local high street?

As a member of the Commercial Property Group Panel, I responded to the Lords’ inquiry into High Streets. An important question that was asked was “Who is involved in ensuring a thriving local high street?” I believe customers, landlords, tenants, and the RICS are the major players here. In my experience as a landlord representative, . . .

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Spring Budget reaction w/ The RICS Podcast

Spring Budget reaction w/ The RICS Podcast

Last week, I had the pleasure of speaking on the RICS podcast with Simon Rubinsohn and James Sproule about the Spring Budget Announcement. It was a very enjoyable conversation and I learnt quite a lot. Voters in my linkedin poll on the day of the budget got an honorable mention! Please listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ROrAgX3WZqk5RLfjbJ5sm?si=-3sKnnjqQ4qYnZpeQZOmZg

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