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BMH Review of the 2007 Property Market

2008 is going to be a challenging year for most businesses in light of the “Credit Crunch” in the US and the supposed knock on effect it has had on the UK.  Commentators in the Press have been quick to predict the decline of UK commercial property for the same reasons.

The reality in the market is different.  The market is not terminally affected by the perceived f ... Read More

2010 Revaluation – A twist in the telling

Like an old friend, you thought you knew what to expect but there’s always a surprise or two!

In April 2010, England and Wales will have their next rating Revaluation. It’s just two words but their effect is going to be enormous. As before, you need to plan well in advance and BMH is here to help you.

The 2010 Revaluation requires a rental valuation of all commercia ... Read More

CHANGES TO EMPTY PROPERTY RATES - EPR - NEW RULES

As you may already know, from 1 April 2008 the rules concerning empty property rates on vacant properties have changed for the worst.

“What has changed?”

• Qualifying Industrial hereditaments have lost their permanent exemption from rate liability whilst they remained vacant.
• From 1 April 2008 vacant factories and warehouses w ... Read More