Advice on London Commercial Property Investment

Article Written By: Shivani Gurtu-Louth

Despite the best efforts of the recession to undermine the UK's economy, London still remains one of the most important centres for business and commerce on the planet. Prior to the economic downturn, London commercial property came at a price that was well beyond the reach of most small businesses. However, since the recession really took hold, freeholders and landlords have been forced to drop their prices, creating a window of opportunity for small businesses and private investors.

There can be little doubt that having a business with a London address carries more weight than anywhere else in the country. London offers everything a business could want: it is served by 5 major international airports that offer convenience for business overseas and hosting meetings with foreign companies. London's underground network provides a means of transportation that can take you from one end of the capital to the other in the space of little more than one hour and the motorways and road systems that feed London provide accessible routes for haulage vehicles and nearby means to access any location in the country.

Buying commercial property in London can be a lucrative investment. With prices at an all-time low, many small businesses are taking advantage of the opportunity to expand by buying commercial property in London at prices that are now much more within their price range. For the private investor, the opportunities are even broader; buying at the low prices thrown up by the recession can only lead to an increase in capital as the property market recovers its footing. As the price of property will inevitably increase, so too will rents charged for commercial property in London. As both landlords and freeholders, investors can make a profit on either front; there will never be a shortage of tenants in London and a property bought at today's prices should in time see substantial gains.

Anyone considering buying commercial property in London would be best advised to seek the services of a commercial property estate or acquisition agent. Their local knowledge and overall knowledge of the London property market will allow them to identify emerging hotspots ripe for investment. In addition, an independent commercial property estate or acquisition agent will be able to use their negotiating skills to secure the favourable terms possible on your behalf. With the London Olympics arriving in 2012, certain areas of the capital will experience regeneration and investment quicker than others; a good commercial property estate agent will be able to advise you as to which areas offer the most potential profitably to you and your investment ; there is much more to the capital than the West End and the City.

Property advisors, have predicted that London office space will start to increase in value at some point during the course of 2010. As a result, landlords will be able to increase the rents they charge and we should see a kick-start to London's economy finally. Before that happens, investors would be prudent to investigate the current prices of commercial property to rent or to buy in London and see just how profitable the opportunities are that the recession has inadvertently provided.

About the Author

Shivani Gurtu-Louth - Operations Manager of Devono Property Limited. Devono are the only commercial property estate agents in London to exclusively represent tenants looking for office space and commercial property in London. We can also help you find serviced offices in London. Our aim is to secure the best commercial property at the best price.
For interviews, quotes, images or comments contact:: Shivani Gurtu-Louth E-mail: sg@devono.com

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