Business Details
Expert Commercial Property Consultants in Baldock
Grice Collins Long is a distinguished commercial property consultancy with a proven track record in delivering strategic property solutions. Our expertise spans food & beverage, travel, and retail sectors, including shopping centres, high streets, and out-of-town locations. We specialise in innovative asset management, focusing on sustainable lease agreements that align with tenants' financial capabilities. Our approach to calculating Maximum Affordable Rent ensures long-term partnerships between landlords and tenants, fostering robust and adaptable business units. With decades of combined experience, our team of Chartered Surveyors and Accountants provides tailored advice to optimise property portfolios.We prioritise transparency, client collaboration, and industry-leading methodologies to address evolving market challenges. Our clients benefit from proactive property management, cost-reduction strategies, and audit services that enhance profitability. Recognised for pioneering turnover rent models, we have redefined traditional valuation methods to better serve modern retail environments. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by longstanding client relationships and testimonials from industry leaders in hospitality, retail, and infrastructure sectors.
Services
Property Management
Tenant Services
Lease Consultancy
Asset Management
Accountancy Services
Acquisitions Advice
Service Charge Audits
Building Insurance Review
Maintenance Management
Retail Space Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years' combined experience in commercial property consultancy
- Our patented turnover rent methodology aligns rents with business performance
- We specialise in complex lease restructuring for retail and hospitality sectors
- Our team includes Chartered Surveyors with specialist food & beverage expertise
- We guarantee transparent cost audits and service charge management
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Highly professional
Courteous and responsive
Innovative views
Expertise in F&B
Strong partnerships
Services
Property Management
Our property management services deliver comprehensive oversight for commercial portfolios. We handle lease administration, maintenance programmes, and compliance checks for high street retail, shopping centres, and transport hubs. Our team ensures tenant compliance with repair obligations while maintaining property safety and security. We specialise in service charge management, insurance premium apportionment, and void unit administration. Regular inspections and detailed reporting help clients maximise asset value while minimising operational risks.
Tenant Services
Tenant services focus on cost reduction and portfolio optimisation for commercial occupiers. We provide lease consultancy, rent review negotiations, and acquisition advice tailored to retail and hospitality sectors. Our expertise in service charge audits and insurance premium challenges helps businesses protect profitability. We combine data-driven location analysis with market insights to identify strategic property opportunities. Our maintenance management solutions ensure statutory compliance while reducing operational costs through direct contractor engagement.
Asset Management
Our asset management services combine financial expertise with property knowledge to enhance portfolio performance. We specialise in turnover rent structures that align rental income with business performance. The team provides lease restructuring solutions, dilapidations management, and strategic advice for high street and shopping centre properties. By challenging traditional valuation methods, we create sustainable partnerships between landlords and tenants. Our reporting tools offer real-time portfolio insights to support informed investment decisions.
Accountancy Services
The accountancy team provides specialist financial services for commercial property assets. We manage rent collection, service charge accounting, and VAT compliance with tailored reporting solutions. Our services include turnover rent calculations, RPI rent reviews, and dedicated bank account management. We handle purchase ledger processes, client statements, and cash flow forecasting while ensuring HMRC compliance. Our approach combines rigorous financial control with transparent communication to protect asset value.
Lease Consultancy
Lease consultancy services focus on optimising lease agreements for both landlords and tenants. We specialise in rent reviews, lease renewals, and restructuring arrangements. Our team leverages deep sector knowledge to negotiate favourable terms while understanding landlord motivations. We advise on surrender options, disposal strategies, and lease event management. By combining legal expertise with market insights, we help clients navigate complex lease provisions to achieve commercial objectives.
People
Eve Donaldson
Finance Director
Qualified accountant with extensive experience in property finance, previously at Tottenham Hotspur FC. Oversees client finances and company financial management since 2017. Holds AAT, CIMA qualifications and specialises in service charge accounting.
Gareth Jones
Director
Property management expert with MSc in Environmental Impact Assessment. Leads maintenance and compliance operations since 2020. Specialises in health & safety protocols and asset management strategies for commercial properties.
Alex Stanhope
Director
Chartered Surveyor with senior roles at Revolution Bars Group and CBRE. Heads tenant services from Nottingham office. Brings retail and hospitality sector expertise to property consultancy services since 2020.
Questions
What commercial sectors do you specialise in?
We focus on food & beverage, travel hubs, and retail sectors including high streets and shopping centres. Our expertise extends to motorway service areas and out-of-town retail locations.
How do you calculate sustainable rental agreements?
We use Maximum Affordable Rent methodology based on agreed profit & loss accounts rather than traditional zone ratings. This aligns rents with business performance while ensuring long-term viability.
Can you help reduce property costs for existing tenants?
Yes, our tenant services include service charge audits, insurance premium reviews, and lease restructuring to optimise property costs for commercial occupiers.
Do you manage property maintenance requirements?
We provide comprehensive maintenance management with direct contractor access, KPI monitoring, and statutory compliance checks to ensure property safety and regulatory adherence.
What reporting options are available for property owners?
We offer customisable reporting including tenancy schedules, cash flow forecasts, maintenance reports, and VAT returns with flexible frequency options for commercial property portfolios.
