Commercial Sales, Lettings & Acquisitions
We are a leading commercial, development and investment property agency covering the South West, helping clients buy, sell and let commercial property.
Commercial Property Agents covering the South West
Vickery Holman is an award-winning commercial, development and investment property agency covering the South West, helping clients buy, sell and let commercial property from Land’s End to beyond Bristol. Our ethos is that we do what it takes to make deals happen, whether that involves identifying opportunities to add value, ensuring lease terms are as robust as possible, managing complex agreements with multiple partners or driving the marketing campaign to ensure the best conclusion.
We have a team of experienced and proactive commercial property agents who work closely with their clients to ensure that we help owners optimise the returns on their investments and to help occupiers get the best value from a deal. Our property agents are based in Truro, Plymouth, Exeter and Bristol and have extensive local knowledge about market rents and values – essential for our commercial property consultancy work.
When you appoint us to sell or let your premises, we will use our market knowledge to find interested parties for your property. We oversee the process from start to finish, negotiating the best sale or lease terms and progressing the matter through to completion as quickly as possible.
Potential tenants and buyers also benefit from our regional and local knowledge and we can search the market on your behalf to identify opportunities for you. Our ability to negotiate the best lease terms or sale price is one of our core strengths and something we take pride in, as it regularly saves clients time and money.
We have a specialist Development team who work with clients to sell or buy land, and help clients to navigate the development process.
We also have a specialist Investment team making sure that clients have access to the best advice on strengthening their property portfolio and market conditions.
Get in touch to find out how we can help you achieve your commercial property ambitions.
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Commercial Agency FAQs
How do I get a valuation on my property?
How long does it take to sell a property?
The commercial market depends on the area and the local supply and demand. Properties that are priced appropriately, in a good location and in good condition can sell quickly. Generally, it can take anything from a few weeks to a year depending on the local market. We will work with you to achieve the best result for you in terms of speed and price.
What should I consider when buying a commercial property?
There are a number of considerations when buying a commercial property. We could advise you get the property surveyed, and we have a Building Surveying team that can assist you. Do your research about the location, market values, transport links, other developments in the area and planning restrictions. Have the contract checked carefully and use a commercial property lawyer. Check the Rateable Value (RV) as business rates can be a considerable cost. We have a Business Rates team who are very good at checking and challenging RVs.
What is a good return on a commercial property?
Market appraisals give a seller an idea of what a property might fetch on the market whereas valuations are more formal. A valuation must be carried out by an RICS Registered Valuer following strict professional guidelines. Valuations generally look backwards at what has sold or let, whereas market appraisals look forward to what something might sell or let at. When undertaking a market appraisal we use our knowledge of what the market is looking for to provide our advice.
Valuation vs market appraisal?
You can appeal your RV where there is evidence to show the RV is excessive or where other factors impact the rental value of a property. To do so, you must follow the Check, Challenge, Appeal (CCA) process. CCA is a three-stage online service, with incorrect factual details being dealt with at the check and the valuation at the challenge. You need to have completed the check stage first before you can submit a challenge. The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) deals with checks and challenges, whilst the independent Valuation Tribunal for England handles appeals.
Do I need an EPC?
The majority of properties will require an EPC when being let or sold. There are some exceptions and further information can be found here.
From 1st April 2025 all let properties will require an EPC. In order to let a property the rating has to be an E or above. However from 1st April 2027 that will be a C and from 1st April 2030 it will need to be a B.
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