One of the most significant expenses for many companies is business rates. At Commercial Estate Solutions, we understand the complexities of this system and offer tailored services to help you navigate and reduce your business rates effectively.
Understanding the 2025 Business Rates Landscape
As we move into 2025, the UK business rates system is undergoing significant changes:
Increased Costs: The retail sector alone is projected to face an additional £7 billion in annual costs due to various factors, including business rates.
Revaluation Adjustments: The government is implementing technical adjustments in response to the 2023 revaluation, which will continue through 2025-26.
Business Rates Pooling: Local authorities have the option to proceed with business rates pooling for 2025-2026, potentially affecting your rates.
How We Can Help
At Commercial Estate Solutions, we offer a range of services designed to help you manage your business rates sustainably:
Rate Assessment and Appeal
Our experts conduct thorough assessments of your property to ensure your rateable value is accurate. If we identify discrepancies, we manage the entire appeal process on your behalf.
Relief and Exemption Identification
We stay up-to-date with the latest government policies to identify all possible reliefs and exemptions your business may be eligible for, including:
- Small Business Rate Relief
- Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Relief
- Empty Property Relief
Strategic Space Utilisation
Leveraging our expertise in matching creatives with empty spaces, we can help you:
- Optimise your property usage to minimise rates
- Explore opportunities for temporary lets or pop-ups in unused areas
- Transform vacant spaces into cultural hubs, potentially qualifying for additional rate relief
Sustainable Cost Reduction Strategies
We don’t just focus on immediate savings. Our approach includes:
- Long-term planning to align your property strategy with business growth
- Advice on energy-efficient improvements that can lower your rates
- Guidance on how participating in local community initiatives can benefit both your business and your rates
Why Choose Commercial Estate Solutions?
- Expertise: Our team has in-depth knowledge of the UK business rates system and its ongoing changes.
- Holistic Approach: We don’t just look at rates in isolation but consider your overall business strategy and community impact.
- Innovation: Our unique approach to space utilisation and community engagement sets us apart.
- Proven Track Record: We’ve helped numerous businesses significantly reduce their rates while enhancing their local presence.
