Unlocking Value in Restrictive Leases: A Tactical Guide
Tom Ballard Tom Ballard

Unlocking Value in Restrictive Leases: A Tactical Guide

Short leases and restrictive covenants often trade at 15-30% discounts despite extension costs of £5,000–£24,000, presenting savvy investors with immediate equity uplifts. By mastering lease extensions, covenant removals, and specialist financing, investors turn these perceived obstacles into dependable value-creation strategies.

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Design Without Ego: What Clients Deserve, and Developers Forget
Tom Ballard Tom Ballard

Design Without Ego: What Clients Deserve, and Developers Forget

Luxury developments often falter when architects and developers prioritise their own egos over client needs, resulting in inflated costs, compromised functionality, and strained relationships. Clients deserve genuine collaboration, transparent communication, and innovative solutions tailored to their lifestyles. True luxury emerges from empathy and intellectual humility, delivering purpose-driven design that perfectly aligns with the client’s vision

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