The Heathrow Expansion has reignited debate about how fairly property owners are compensated when land is acquired for major infrastructure schemes. Here’s what the ‘no-scheme world’ really means in practice.

Tom Olden shares a day in Brighton carrying out a lease extension valuation and taking a refreshing swim at Sea Lanes. A glimpse into life as a RICS surveyor by the sea.

If you own or occupy a commercial property in Folkestone, a rent review can have major financial implications. This guide from Olden Property explains how rent reviews work, what local market evidence supports fair negotiations, and why expert valuation advice is essential.

Few things feel more unsettling than receiving notice that your home may be compulsorily acquired. This guide walks you through the steps you should take, from early engagement, choosing advisors, to challenging the process and ensuring fair compensation.

If your Brighton flat has a short lease, don’t delay. Olden Property’s Chartered Surveyors provide independent lease extension valuations and negotiation advice, helping you extend your lease, increase your property value, and save on costs.

Is your Maidstone rent review approaching? Olden Property’s Chartered Surveyors provide expert, RICS-compliant rent review valuations and negotiation support for landlords and tenants across the Maidstone area — helping you secure a fair, evidence-backed rent that reflects true market conditions.

If you’re affected by a Compulsory Purchase Order, don’t settle for less than you’re owed. Olden Property’s RICS-regulated surveyors help claimants maximise compensation for homes, land and businesses ensuring every valid head of claim is identified, evidenced and recovered.

Lease extensions usually take 6–12 months under the statutory process, though informal negotiations can be faster. Here’s what to expect.

Rent reviews in Ashford are not automatic uplifts, they’re negotiations. At Olden Property, we provide RICS-regulated rent review valuations and negotiation services for landlords and tenants, ensuring outcomes that reflect true market value.

If your property is affected by a CPO, you may be entitled to more than market value. Early advice ensures you secure full compensation for your losses.

Homeowners near Heathrow may qualify for compensation under voluntary and statutory schemes. Learn your rights and how Olden Property can help.

Rent reviews don’t have to mean automatic increases. Olden Property helps landlords and tenants in Tunbridge Wells achieve fair outcomes with local evidence and expert negotiation.

If your property is affected by a compulsory purchase order (CPO), you’re entitled to appoint your own surveyor and in most cases, the acquiring authority pays the fees. This blog explains why early advice matters, what a CPO surveyor does, and how Olden Property helps you secure full, fair compensation.

Commercial property owners and investors near Heathrow face disruption from expansion. Discover what schemes are available and how Olden Property can help secure fair compensation.

If you qualify under the law, your freeholder cannot refuse a lease extension. Here’s what happens if they resist.

Rent reviews are not guesswork. Surveyors rely on market evidence and lease terms to decide what is fair. This blog explains how the process works and what factors influence the rent outcome.

Many lenders won’t finance flats with short leases. Extending first can make your property more mortgageable and easier to sell.

Extending your Eastbourne flat’s lease before it drops below 80 years can save thousands and protect its market value. Our local, RICS-compliant valuations help you negotiate with confidence.

When faced with a proposed rent increase, commercial tenants often ask: “Can I challenge my rent review?” The answer is yes but success depends on understanding your lease, gathering the right evidence, and acting within strict timeframes. This guide explains your rights, the process for disputing a rent review, and how professional advice can help secure a fair outcome.

With major infrastructure projects underway across North Kent — from the Lower Thames Crossing to rail upgrades and housing-led expansion, many property owners face uncertainty. Compulsory Purchase Orders, construction disruption, and suppressed land values are real concerns for those in affected areas like Dartford, Gravesend, and Ebbsfleet. As a Chartered Surveyor specialising in valuation and compensation, I explain how to assess your risk, protect your land value, and prepare effectively if your property is impacted.