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SME Solicitors has had a strong commercial property presence in Worcester and the wider West Midlands region for many years. Our specialist team of solicitors have vast experience across a whole range of commercial property matters.

Our highly experienced and dedicated team is committed to ensuring you receive a prompt, cost-effective and responsive service.

We pride ourselves on ensuring we give proactive and commercial advice, giving you the confidence your matter is dealt with in the best possible way.

We have extensive expertise in dealing with all aspects of property development. You may be looking to develop land you already own, sell with the benefit of planning permission or perhaps are looking to buy once conditions for development have been met.

Whether the proposed development is residential or commercial, our experienced team is able to advise you on:

  • Planning
  • Option agreements
  • Promotion agreements
  • Pre-emption agreements
  • Conditional sale/purchase agreements
  • Deeds of overage/uplift
  • Site assembly
  • Management companies
  • Sale of a part

For advice on property development, please contact us.

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You may own the freehold of a building that has been divided into flats or perhaps you have a lease of a shop in a larger development. Whether you are a landlord or a tenant, we can help you with the sorts of issues and challenges that can often arise.

Our team has many years of experience in advising on issues like:

  • Rent reviews
  • Assignments
  • Guarantees
  • Sub-letting

We will ensure you are provided with accurate and commercial legal advice, supporting you throughout.

For advice on landlord and tenant management or lease renewals, please contact us.

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Buying or selling commercial property, whether freehold or leasehold, is a big investment. We have many years’ experience in advising on all types of commercial property transaction, ensuring our clients receive proactive, commercial advice.

Our team of specialists will advise you thoughout the transaction, dealing with whatever may arise including planning matters, funding documentation, easements, overage and options. We pride ourselves on delivering a high quality service so you have comfort that the matter is in safe hands.

For advice on sales & purchases, please contact us.

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You may need to borrow money to fund a property purchase whether for investment or development. Funding commonly comes from a high street bank but can be from third-party funders.

Our specialist team of lawyers regularly deals with commercial mortgages and frequently act for borrowers, banks and other lenders. You must be aware of the legal implications of what you are entering into and our team of solicitors are here to support you through the process.

For advice on property finance, please contact us.

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