Retail leisure development

Are mixed-use retail and leisure schemes becoming the norm in the UK?

Many UK towns and cities are currently planning huge retail and leisure schemes. Developers are now creating complex retail led mixed-use schemes and ignoring shopping-only developments. Retail alone seems to no longer be enough for the public and ... Read more

DTZ complete $2bn merger with Cushman and Wakefield

DTZ have completed a mega-merger with Cushman & Wakefield, creating one of the largest real estate companies in the world. Exor, the investment company of Italy’s billionaire Agnelli family, founders of Fiat, agreed the sale for $2bn to DTZ, ... Read more

5 ways to make your commercial property listings stand out

With thousands of property listings competing for the attention of occupiers, it is now more important than ever to ensure your listings stand out online. Here are five ways you can ensure your listings stand out and receive the maximum attention ... Read more

Can solar panels increase the value of commercial property?

A report released this week has stated that solar panels have the potential to increase the value of commercial property. A study by JLL has revealed that solar power adds value to commercial property and that demand is growing for these types of ... 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

Lack of new development could hinder economic recovery

In their annual Commercial Consturction Index, JLL and Glenigan have revealed that the economic recovery in the UK is well underway, but there is also expected to be an upcoming shortage of commercial property. In the 12 months up to June 2014, ... Read more