Why take it all on yourself? Let Deft Real Estate be the expert in your corner, simplifying the process, safeguarding your interests, saving time and money. With a dedicated tenant advisor, you’ll have support from a professional who understands the market and is focused on securing terms that work for your business.
Paul Mills MRICS
RICS Registered Valuer
Lease Consultancy & Valuation Expert
Every lease event, missed break clause, or unexpected rent increase can impact your bottom line. Whether you are a business occupying office, industrial or retail/leisure properties..
we ensure that your property overheads remain economical and cost-effective, allowing you to stay focused on other important aspects of your business.
13+
13+ years experience in
commercial property
98%
98% success rate in reducing
rent review proposals
500+
500+ new leases, renewals,
reviews and restructures
£50M+
£50 million + of office, industrial and retail properties valued
Valuation
Valuation
Accurate, RICS ‘Red Book’ compliant valuations across the North West, tailored to investors, businesses, pension funds, and advisors.
Our expert services cover offices, industrial spaces, retail, development sites, and investment properties. We offer portfolio valuations, statutory valuations for inheritance and tax
compliance, pension fund assessments, company accounts, expert witness valuations, and pre-acquisition advice - supporting your strategic and financial goals at every step.
Lease Restructuring
Lease Restructuring
Unlock flexibility and savings with strategic lease restructuring for evolving business needs.
Restructuring your commercial lease can save costs and provide flexibility—no need to wait for renewal. Deft Real Estate specialises in tenant-focused lease negotiations that maximise
long-term value, enhance financial stability, and improve operational efficiency, ensuring mutually beneficial solutions for all parties and sustainable business growth.
Rent Reviews
Rent Reviews
Navigate rent reviews confidently and avoid unnecessary increases.
Rent reviews can lead to above-market rates, if not challenged effectively. At Deft Real Estate, we aim to build a robust case
backed by market evidence to ensure that any rent review settlements are fair and aligned with comparable market rates.
Lease Renewal/
Relocation
Lease Renewal/Relocation
A lease renewal is your chance to negotiate better terms or move to a more suitable property.
As your renewal approaches, Deft Real Estate ensures terms that align with your business needs, often securing rent reductions and added flexibility. Early planning,
ideally 24 months before expiration, maximises your options - whether that means renewing or relocating to a more suitable property.
Rent Reductions
Rent Reductions
Secure rent reductions with strategic timing and expert guidance.
Deft Real Estate equips you with insights and preparation to negotiate rent reductions effectively, turning challenges into savings. Our approach
supports fairer terms and builds constructive landlord relationships, creating solutions that align with your business goals. Discover how we can help.
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26 Offices, spread across the United Kingdom.
Type:
Office Space
Size:
20,000 sq ft
Type:
Lease disposal management
Rent review settlement
Dilapidations
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Unit 3, Hammond Trade Centre, Stockport
Type:
Industrial Leasehold Agreement
Size:
12,000 sq ft
Type:
Search & Acquisition
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Mincing lane, London
Type:
Office Space
Size:
8,585 sq ft
Type:
Break clause negotiation
Lease restructuring
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26 Offices, Various Addresses
Type:
Office, Retail, Training facilities
Size:
1,000 - 8,000 sq ft
Type:
Acquisitions
Rent review
Lease renewals
Lease disposals
Service charge reviews
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1 Hardman Street, Manchester
Type:
Office Space
Size:
16,000 sq ft
Type:
Rent Review Negotiations
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Tameside Business Park, Denton
Type:
Office Space
Size:
2,000 sq ft
Type:
Consolidation of two offices
Reduced occupational costs by 50%
I’m looking to find a new space
I’m looking to find a new space
Seeking to upsize or downsize?
Current space not fitting your
needs? Let’s chat.
Seeking to upsize or downsize Current space not fitting your needs? Let’s chat.
I'm looking for help with my existing lease
I'm looking for help with my existing lease
Is your lease too expensive? Do you want to stay but you’re unhappy with specifics? Let us help.
Is your lease too expensive? Do you
want to stay but you’re unhappy
with specifics? Let us help.
Want to save time, costs and
avoid expensive mistakes?