Commercial Investments

Commercial Property Investment Advisers in Yorkshire, the North of England, and the Midlands

Commercial property remains an established and important route to income and long-term capital growth for investors. But performance varies enormously across assets, and the gap between a good investment and a poor one often comes down to the quality of advice at the point of entry and the subsequent management.

We help private investors, family offices and property companies identify, evaluate and secure commercial property investments across Yorkshire, the North of England and the Midlands. Our team combines deep agency networks with hands-on asset management experience, which means we assess every opportunity not just on its current income, but on what can realistically be achieved with the asset over a three to five-year hold period. That distinction matters: it is the difference between buying a yield and buying a business plan.

Why choose The Property Partnership Group?

Independent, experience-led advice shaped by local knowledge, long-term relationships and considered judgement.

Local expertise since 1998

Deep knowledge of our residential, rural and commercial markets, built over decades of active, on-the-ground experience.

Tailored Advice

Every management instruction is tailored to your needs. We take time to understand your objectives and provide honest, independent advice throughout.

Off-Market Opportunities

Long-standing relationships with agents, intermediaries and property owners offering early insight into off market opportunities.

Multi-Disciplined

Residential, rural and commercial expertise delivered by an RICS-qualified team.

Understanding commercial property as an investment

Commercial property investments have different characteristics compared to residential property. Pricing of any given asset tends to be a function of the rent it produces, the covenant strength of the tenant paying, the length and structure of the lease, and the condition and the age, location and specification of the building itself. Two assets producing identical headline rents can carry very different levels of risk depending on these underlying factors and therefore wildly different value.

A small office unit let to a reliable, well known operator on a ten-year lease with upward-only rent reviews is a fundamentally different proposition from a secondary retail unit let to a local independent trader with a short term lease. The income and the yield might look comparable on paper. The risk profile is not.

We help our clients look beyond the headline numbers. Every opportunity we present is supported by a detailed investment appraisal covering income security, reversionary potential, tenant covenant, physical condition, compliance requirements and a clear view of how the asset is likely to perform over time.

How our commercial investment advice works

STEP 1

Defining your investment strategy

We begin by understanding your objectives: target returns, appetite for risk, preferred sectors, geographic focus, hold period and capital available. This shapes a clear acquisition brief that guides our sourcing activity.

STEP 2

Sourcing and screening

Using our agency network and direct market relationships, we identify opportunities that match your brief. Each is screened against your criteria before we present a shortlist with our preliminary analysis of income, pricing and value-add potential.

STEP 3

Detailed investment appraisal

For shortlisted assets, we prepare a comprehensive appraisal covering income analysis, tenant covenant assessment, lease structure, building condition and specification, capital expenditure requirements, planning and environmental considerations, and a clear view of the reversionary position and asset management upside.

STEP 4

Negotiation and offer

We negotiate purchase terms on your behalf, covering price, conditionality, including surveys, timescales and any specific deal structure requirements. Our aim is to secure the best possible price while maintaining a constructive relationship with the vendor and their agent, which is important in markets where reputation and track record influence outcomes.

STEP 5

Due diligence and completion

We coordinate due diligence alongside your solicitors, surveyors and other professional advisers, managing the flow of information, flagging issues early and keeping the transaction on track through to completion. We can also make recommendations for external advisors should you need them.

STEP 6

Post-acquisition asset management

Once the asset is acquired, we can provide ongoing asset management or specific strategic advice to execute the business plan, drive income growth and maximise value over the hold period.

What we look for in a commercial investment

Our assessment of any potential investment goes well beyond the agent's brochure. We examine the asset across several dimensions.

On income, we look at the current rent against estimated rental value, the tenant's covenant strength and trading performance, the lease term and any break options, rent review mechanics, and the exposure to void risk at expiry. For multi-let assets, we assess the quality of the tenant mix, the distribution of income across the schedule, and where concentration risk may lie.

On the physical side, we use our experience built over many years and inspections to evaluate the building's specification and condition, its suitability for current use and potential for repositioning, EPC rating and MEES compliance, site configuration and access, and the capital expenditure likely to be required during the hold period. We will also look at whether the site offers opportunities for further development or extension.

Sourcing commercial investment opportunities

A significant proportion of commercial property that changes hands across the regions never reaches a formal marketing process. Assets are traded through established networks, agent-to-agent introductions and direct approaches to owners. We operate within these networks daily.

Our relationships with agents, intermediaries and property owners across Yorkshire, the wider North, the Midlands and the large national agencies in London give our clients early knowledge of opportunities that are not publicly available. Where an opportunity warrants it, we can also approach owners directly on a confidential basis.

For openly marketed assets, we add value through the speed of our analysis and the credibility of our offer. We prepare strong bids backed by clear evidence of funding and a track record of completing on agreed terms. Vendors and their agents take this seriously when selecting a buyer.

The importance of post-acquisition strategy

Buying well is only the starting point. The real returns in commercial property come from what happens after completion: renegotiating leases, managing voids and associated costs, improving tenant mix, addressing EPC compliance, and repositioning the asset within its market. An investment without a clear post-acquisition plan is a purchase. An investment with a clear plan is a strategy.

This is where our asset management background gives clients a distinct advantage. We do not simply help you buy a property and walk away. We build a business plan for the asset at the point of acquisition, and we can manage that plan through to execution, either as part of an ongoing asset management instruction or through targeted advice on specific lease events and decisions.

Meet Your Commercial Investment Property Consultant

Edgar Seligman MRICS

Commercial Director

Edgar has spent his entire career working in the commercial property sector, specialising in investment and asset management. He has worked with a wide variety of clients including banks, property companies, institutional and private investors across multiple sectors including offices, retail, hotels, roadside, industrial and distribution in the UK and across Europe since 2005.

Tel: +44 7879 634654
Email: edgar@tppguk.com

What our clients say about us

A few words from the clients we’ve supported across Yorkshire. You can take a look at our reviews here

★★★★★

Invaluable help finding us a new home in an unknown area 250 miles away. Tom & Toby were fantastic throughout from introducing us to Yorkshire, helping identify preferred locations and finding a fabulous property.

Kevin

★★★★★

Due to Toby's relationships within the industry, he found our new home in the most wonderful setting. His experience and knowledge streamlined communications between all parties.

Mark

★★★★★

Wonderful service. Tom helped us so much with finding our dream home and continued to support us after our offer was accepted with surveys and more. Would highly recommend.

Beth

★★★★★

Toby was a fabulous advisor. He wasn’t afraid to challenge our thinking which is exactly what we needed. I’m convinced we’d have ended up with the wrong house and overpaid without his help.

Charles

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of commercial property do you help clients invest in?

We advise across the main commercial sectors: industrial and logistics, offices, retail and alternatives, including roadside, leisure, medical and EV infrastructure. Our focus is on income-producing assets across the North of England and the Midlands, though we can advise on opportunities nationally where appropriate.

What kind of returns can I expect from commercial property in the North?

Returns vary significantly by sector, location, tenant strength and lease length. As a broad guide, prime industrial yields in the North currently range from around 5% to 6.5%, offices from 6% to 8%, and retail from 6% to 10% depending on the quality and security of the income. Total returns also depend on rental growth prospects and asset management opportunities, which we assess in detail for every investment.

I am new to commercial property investment. Can you help me get started?

Yes. We regularly work with investors entering commercial property for the first time, whether they are high net worth individuals, family offices or businesses diversifying into real assets. We guide you through the entire process, from defining your investment criteria and risk appetite through to acquisition, due diligence and ongoing management.

Do you only source off-market opportunities?

No. We source and assess opportunities across both the open market and off-market channels. In many cases, the strongest acquisitions come through our agency network before formal marketing begins, but we also help clients compete effectively for assets that are openly marketed.

Can you manage the asset after I buy it?

Yes, and this is a core part of what sets us apart. Our asset management background means we assess every investment with a clear view of what can be achieved post-purchase, whether that involves renegotiating leases, improving tenant mix, addressing voids, repositioning the asset or planning capital expenditure. We offer a full commercial asset management service alongside our investment advisory work.

How are your fees structured?

We set out a clear, transparent fee structure once we understand the scope and nature of your requirements. Our Terms of Business are fully explained at the outset. Please contact us directly to discuss.

How does commercial property compare to other investments?

Commercial property offers a combination of regular income through rent and potential capital growth that is difficult to replicate in other asset classes. Yields are typically higher than residential property and can exceed returns available from bonds or savings. The asset is tangible, and with active management, there are opportunities to add value beyond what passive investments offer. That said, commercial property is illiquid compared to equities and requires careful selection and management to perform well. We help clients understand these trade-offs as part of the advisory process.

Buying Agents/Property Search Agents, Land Agents, Commercial Agents, covering Yorkshire and the North.

All directors are RICS qualified professionals. Independent advice. Respected local experts.

info@tppguk.com

+44 (0) 1423 324716

8 Foundry Yard, New Row, Boroughbridge YO51 9AX