A longstanding client has been able to vacate their current office premises without a penalty as we secured a speedy underletting.
Jan Von Draczek, a Director at independent estate agency, Fine & Country was seeking to relocate from a Grade II listed office in Oundle, Northamptonshire but was still under lease. Having previously been a tenant at the Seaton Grange Business Centre in Rutland, Jan had stayed in touch with our Director, Jason Hercock.
Jan explains: “Our business covers a wide geographical area and we found that Oundle wasn’t central enough so sought alternative premises. We quickly found a new office in nearby Uppingham and therefore needed to understand what our options were regarding exiting our current lease.
“Having dealt with Jason previously, I knew him to be calm, approachable and very good at what he does, so put in a call. He highlighted the options we could explore, one of which was going to market for an underletting. With this knowledge, I was able to negotiate with our existing landlord to secure sufficient rights to proceed.
“Jason’s expertise ensured a viable solution for all parties, and we were able to negotiate with an incoming tenant to take over the space,” adds Jan.
The Old Town Hall office was brought to market and because of its prime town centre location, interest was high. A letting to accountants and business advisors, TC Bulley Davey was arranged within the required timescale.
“It’s always pleasing to be able to follow and support tenants as their requirements change,” says Jason. “I’ve maintained a positive working relationship with Jan for several years and was happy to help him navigate the next phase for his business.
“Our work towards Peterborough and the East of England has grown steadily in the last six months, meaning we were able to draw on local knowledge to find a suitable replacement tenant. Both parties acted promptly allowing the transaction to proceed smoothly and the expansion of these two businesses to progress. Jan has since instructed us on another property, so I look forward to completing another successful transaction together shortly.”
For advice on your lease, property or landlord & tenant matters, please contact Jason on 01455 559030.
