When a tenancy fitout has been installed by the client, there’s often a makegood obligation at lease expiry. We explore the most cost-effective approach to minimising this end-of-lease liability, negotiating favourable exit terms — particularly where makegood hasn’t been pre-agreed at lease commencement.

After narrowing down a shortlist of properties that align closely with the brief, we carry out a comprehensive inspection process — often in collaboration with design partners — to assess space efficiency and potential. Where needed, we engage services consultants and project managers to undertake further due diligence, reviewing construction risk, building limitations, timelines, and cost estimates.

Identifying the right office space is a core part of what we do. With strong connections across the industry — including landlords, agents and tenants — we tap into both on-market and off-market opportunities to uncover spaces that align with your needs.

A critical element in any property acquisition or disposal is the negotiation phase. Every market — and the sectors within it — demands a tailored negotiation strategy. We combine deep market insight with strong, well-established relationships to create leverage and secure the best possible commercial outcomes for our clients.

When weighing up a stay-or-relocate decision, we conduct detailed modelling of both operational and capital expenditure across the full lease term and across multiple sites. This allows stakeholders to accurately assess costs and integrate them into broader budgeting and forecasting strategies.

Reducing operational costs may involve exiting a lease or part of a tenancy. We support clients through lease surrender, assignment or sublease strategies, offering market insights to help minimise liability swiftly and effectively — while balancing speed with optimal cost recovery.