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Surviving & Striving: Rent Payment Negotiations in A Time of Distress- Webinar Summary

In this time of economic uncertainty Bisnow are running a new, twice weekly, webinar series to provide advice and information from the experts. The first of which was held 2 April and hosted by Mike Phillips, UK editor of Bisnow, featuring our Head of Lease Advisory Richard Russell and David Bulcher, Chairman of Bulcher Philips.

Bisnow & Lorenz Consultancy on Surviving & Striving: Rent Payment Negotiations in a Time of Distress- 2 April 2020

Bisnow & Lorenz Consultancy on Surviving & Striving: Rent Payment Negotiations In A Time Of Distress

Listen to our Managing Director, Anthony Lorenz, Provide Further Advice to Tenants Facing Quarter Day Rent Payments

Anthony Lorenz gives a further update to Tenants facing quarter day rent in the midst of the Corona Virus Pandemic

Anthony Lorenz's advice to Tenants, on paying their rent during the Corona Virus Pandemic

Our Managing Director Anthony Lorenz gives advice to Tenants struggling as a result of closures due to Covid-19.

Coronavirus means Pubs, Restaurants and Leisure Tenants need a Rent Freeze. Can Landlords Afford to Help them Out?

As a result of Coronavirus, the UK’s pubs, bars, restaurants, theatres, cinemas and nightclubs are on their knees, and on 25 March, rent is falling due.

COVID-19 UPDATE: A MESSAGE FROM ANTHONY LORENZ

We recognise this is worrying time for you, your employees and your business in this ever-changing and challenging environment in which we find ourselves in. I would like to reassure all of our clients and partners that, at The Lorenz Consultancy, our work for you is continuing as normal.

My Busiest Sunday Ever

The first and perhaps most devastating effect on property became apparent to me on Sunday when no less than 12 Owners of Bars, Clubs and Restaurants phoned to ask how they are going to manage through a crisis, the likes of which have never been seen before in the industry.

When is an Outside The Act Lease "Inside The Act"?

The 1954 Landlord and Tenant Act gave Tenants the rights, whose Leases Expire, the ability to renew at market rental terms.

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The Serviced Office Market, Its Future and What Next?

Anthony Lorenz discusses the meteoric rise of serviced offices and co-working Operators, such as WeWork and The Office Group, taking long term leases and buying freeholds.

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The Lorenz Annual Bbq & Cowdray Gold Cup Final Day 2019

Nothing gave me more pleasure than to invite a few friends and Clients to West Sussex for a wonderful day at my home, where we had a great BBQ before the Cowdray King Power Gold Cup Final game.

Tenants Rights

What are your rights when a Landlord intends to redevelop?

A Landlord can only oppose a renewal on certain limited grounds, set out in Section 30 of The Landlord & Tenant Act 1954. One of those grounds is where the Landlord wishes to redevelop the property. A development in case law means that Landlords must now prove their intention to redevelop to the satisfaction of the Court.

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Understanding the Case of S Frances LTD V the Cavendish Hotel (London) LTD

The Supreme Court decision urging more Tenants to question the credibility of their Landlord’s intentions to redevelop and changing the way we interpret the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954

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Looking Back on 2018 - the Lorenz Consultancy's Year in Review

Despite Brexit, the Commercial Property market in Central London held up unbelievably in 2018, and proved a very successful and transformative year for The Lorenz Consultancy. Our Agency Department were involved in acquisitions and disposals, on a rent roll of £7.5 million per year, and our Professional Department were involved in £13 million worth of rental transactions, on a total area of some 175,000 sq ft.

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Tenants Rights under the 1954 Landlord & Tenant Act Reinstated

After almost five decades of complex Landlord and Tenant Litigation arguments, with a strong bias towards Tenant Representation, we were astounded by the judgement that Landlord, Cavendish Hotel, could throw out their Tenant, S. Franses, who, for many years, had occupied a prime retail unit, under the Hotel on the corner of Jermyn Street and Duke Street St James.

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HEARST HEADQUARTERS EXIT SUCCESS

We were flattered to be appointed to handle exit dilapidations for Hearst Magazines on their UK Headquarters in Broadwick Street, Soho, where the Landlord quoted a 7 figure amount.

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Homebase’s CVA has churned up more ill will between Landlords and Retail Tenants

The recent atmosphere of mistrust over CVA’s could seriously damage future relations between the two. Rocky times are a sad fact of any relationship. Even with the best of intentions, sometimes retailers are under pressure to make their margins and, most importantly, manage strained cash flow.

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FIRST PLACE FOR LORENZ!

We are very proud that our team was ranked first place in the Top 40 Property Services, ranked by UK turnover per fee earner, in the Property Week Agency Awards 2018!

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A BONUS DEAL FOR THE RUSKIN HOTEL

We were appointed by The Ruskin Hotel to handle a lease renewal, after which, the Estate decided to redevelop the property, forcing an early exit for the Tenant, under the Landlord and Tenant Act. With timing and co-operation, our Clients were paid a substantive bonus, over and above statutory compensation, and we also managed to minimise the Dilapidations claim.

Seasons Greetings from The Lorenz Consultancy! 🎄🎁 🎄

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of the Team at The Lorenz Consultancy!

Technology is changing the economic landscape but the question is why new technology is having a greater impact on property than political change

It's no secret that technological change is redefining the current economic landscape. Why are technological advances influencing the property market more than politics?

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THE HOUSE WINS! THE GOLDEN NUGGET SEPTEMBER 2015 RENT REVIEW SETTLED AT NO INCREASE

THE HOUSE WINS! THE GOLDEN NUGGET SEPTEMBER 2015 RENT REVIEW SETTLED AT NO INCREASE

London has been named the top European economic city, making the UK the most attractive country for employers

The UK has been dubbed the most attractive country for employers and staff, with London retaining its crown as the top European economic city, according to a new report.

Retailers and Restauranteurs - Check out your Landlord before signing a lease

Many Landlords today are trying to avoid their Tenants enjoying the protection of The Landlord & Tenant Act by granting excluded leases. Research your Landlord.

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Both investor and occupier demand in the UK’s commercial property market edged up during the third quarter of 2017

Both investor and occupier demand in the UK’s commercial property market edged up during the third quarter of 2017 but there is more caution around the central London market, the latest analysis report shows.

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Is Brexit uncertainty creating a window of opportunity?

According to propertyWeek.com, 41% of Tenants favour a short lease in view of the uncertainty of a hard or soft Brexit, or no Brexit at all. Here's our advice.

Tenants beware when relying on your quiet enjoyment clause - 5 things to consider

Tenants beware when relying on your quiet enjoyment clause. The recent case of Timothy Taylor vs Mayfair House will create Case Law to be utilised in the future. Here are 5 things Tenants need to consider.

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Who made the list?

We are very proud that our team was voted 4th in Top 40 European property services ranked by UK turnover per fee earner.

Read this before signing a lease outside The Act

Landlords no longer need to contract outside the 1954 Landlord and Tenant Act to preserve the value of their assets.

The Toughest Market Ever

Having represented Landlords and Tenants for over 40+ years on Commercial Property Rent Reviews and Lease Renewals, we have rarely had to resort to Arbitration or the Courts respectively, but has 2017 proven to be the toughest year ever? Here's how to strategise for success...

ELECTION REACTION

We examine how the economy and the need for commercial property in London is affected by the 2017 General Election Result

Election Result Breaking News

Anthony Lorenz provides his commentary on the 2017 Election Result and the impact on the Central London property market

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POLITICAL UNCERTAINTY IN THE LONDON PROPERTY MARKET

Anthony Lorenz gives his view on the London commercial property market post Brexit and how impact has been reduced through the technology sector.

Are 2017 Rent Reviews The Toughest Ever?

Are 2017 Rent Reviews the toughest ever?

Are 2017 Rent Reviews the toughest ever?

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Financial Publishing Firm Acquires 3,000 sq ft London Bridge Building

Financial Publishing Firm Acquires 3,000 sq ft London Bridge Building

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Robots Representing Tenants Seeking Offices

Advertising Agency Takes Lease in Notting Hill / Bayswater

Advertising Agency Takes Lease in Notting Hill / Bayswater

Major Ticketing Firm Surrender Soho HQ Offices

Major Ticketing Firm Surrender Soho HQ Offices

30 Desk Covent Garden Serviced Office Acquired for Ticket Sales Firm

30 Desk Covent Garden Serviced Office Acquired for Ticket Sales Firm

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3,200 sq ft Central Mayfair Self-Contained Building - Lease Sold to Finance Company

3,200 sq ft Central Mayfair Self-Contained Building - Lease Sold to Finance Company

A Risk Premium? The Market Now is Busier than Ever

A Risk Premium? The Market Now is Busier than Ever

3,200 sq ft Self Contained Building in Central Mayfair Lease Assignment Exchanged

3,200 sq ft Self Contained Building in Central Mayfair Lease Assignment Exchanged

Vacant Possession for Development Created Through Lease Surrender Negotiations

Vacant Possession for Development Created Through Lease Surrender Negotiations

Roka Restaurant

Roka Restaurant

Prime Chelsea Retail Lease Surrendered

Prime Chelsea Retail Lease Surrendered

Mixed Use Investment Sold in Reading

Mixed Use Investment Sold in Reading

'We consulted with The Lorenz Consultancy Agency Team when searching for warehouse premises and a London showroom for our expanding furniture business. The team sent us a great selection of properties, we settled on one we liked with good transport access (as we have lots of deliveries in and out) and the Lorenz team negotiated a superb deal for us. A charismatic team with unrivalled experience and skill, and it shows!'

- Ben Hall
Loft Interiors

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