5 tips for retailers on improving customer engagement

Customer interaction can be the difference between a buzzing shop floor and closing down sale. Retailers are having to work harder than ever to keep afloat, but it is those who are adapting to meet the needs of modern consumers that are thriving on ... Read more

Introducing the NovaLoca Search Widget!

We often hear that occupiers find it difficult to find new property and our free search widget is a great way to add a commercial property search feature to your website. If you run a site that is commercial property related or one that offers ... Read more

5 ways to inspire creativity in the workplace

There is nothing worse than finding your staff stuck for ideas in the workplace. So if the ideas sheet is coming back blank and that spark of ingenuity is amiss, here are some simple solutions to getting those ideas flowing again. Embrace new ... Read more

Commercial property returns poised for 25 year high

A report from global real estate company M&G Real Estate has predicted that the UK Commercial property market could achieve returns of over 20% for 2014, the highest amount in 25 years. Thanks to increased confidence and an increase in ... Read more

Great British High Street Awards – shortlist announced

The names of the towns, cities and streets that will battle it out to be called the best location for shoppers in the UK have been revealed. The competition is being run by the Future High Streets Forum and highlights innovative methods of boosting ... Read more

Prioritise your listings with updated NovaLoca powered searches

Yesterday Invest in Fife became the first company to apply new updates to the popular NovaLoca powered search technology. Companies with a NovaLoca powered search are now able to prioritise the listings on their website, allowing their own company ... Read more

8 simple ways to enhance your office space

Decorating your office is all about how you want customers, clients and your employees to perceive your business. With this in mind it’s definitely worth taking the time to ensure that your décor and furnishings say the right thing about your brand. ... Read more

“Google is very much the marketing key at the moment” – NovaLoca interview with Simon Fraser from Fraser Commercial

With many agents enjoying a buoyant year so far in the commercial property market, has there ever been a better time to start your own agency? This is exactly what the Managing Director of Manchester based agency Fraser Commercial, Simon Fraser ... Read more

Scotland’s commercial property market set for upturn after independence no vote

There was a collective sigh of relief within the commercial property market last week as Scotland voted no to independence. In the uncertainty leading up to the vote, many commercial property deals involving those north and south of the border had ... Read more

Which buildings can save you money on business rates?

Last week it was revealed that thousands of retailers across the country were benefitting from government business rate discounts. Some retailers can enjoy £1,000 off business rates, but there are a number of other measures in place that can reduce ... Read more