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.

Many leasehold flats in Sevenoaks are now approaching the critical 80-year mark. In this guide, Chartered Surveyor Tom Olden explains why acting early can save thousands, how the lease extension process works, and what it typically costs to extend your lease in Sevenoaks.

If your home or business is affected by a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO), getting expert advice is essential. In this blog, Chartered Surveyor Tom Olden explains how a surveyor can help you secure fair compensation, navigate the legal process, and often recover professional fees from the acquiring authority.

If you own a flat in Maidstone with a lease approaching 80 years, now is the time to act. Once your lease drops below this point, the cost of extending it rises sharply due to marriage value. In this article, we explain why early action matters, how freeholders can respond to Section 42 Notices, and how Olden Property provides RICS-compliant valuations to support both parties through the lease extension process.

The Heathrow third runway is moving forward, and hundreds of homes near Longford, Sipson and Harmondsworth could be subject to Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPOs). As a Chartered Surveyor, Tom Olden explains what this means for affected residents, the compensation you may be entitled to, and how Olden Property can help you navigate the process and secure a fair settlement.

Rent reviews are a key part of most commercial leases, but many landlords and tenants aren’t fully prepared when they arise. Whether you’re negotiating a rent increase or challenging a proposal, understanding your lease terms and having solid market evidence is essential. In this guide, Olden Property explains how rent reviews work, what steps to take, and how to strengthen your position.

Many flats in Gillingham were originally sold with 99-year leases, and as those terms shorten, leaseholders could face rising costs and reduced property value. This blog explains why acting before your lease drops below 80 years is so important.

Receiving a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) can be unsettling but ignoring it won’t make it go away. In fact, failing to respond could mean losing your property without the opportunity to negotiate compensation or raise objections. In this blog, we explain what happens if you ignore a CPO, the risks involved, and why early action is essential. Whether you're a homeowner or a business owner, understanding your rights and options can make all the difference.

If you own a leasehold flat in Chatham with under 90 years remaining, now is the time to act. This guide explains lease extension costs, marriage value, and how to protect your flat’s long-term value with expert valuation advice.

If you're a landlord with an upcoming rent review, this guide explains how to prepare, what market rent means, and how a qualified surveyor can support you. Olden Property acts for both landlords and tenants.

Own a flat in Tunbridge Wells with a lease under 90 years? Find out why acting early can save you thousands. This guide explains the lease extension process, costs, and how Olden Property can help.

Unsure if you need a Red Book valuation? Learn when a formal RICS-compliant report is necessary and what it means for legal, tax, and lending matters.

If you own a leasehold flat in Brighton or Hove, extending your lease is essential to protect its value and avoid rising costs. At Olden Property, we offer professional lease extension valuations and guidance across Brighton & Hove. Contact us today for advice and a no-obligation quote.

Receiving a Compulsory Purchase Order can be overwhelming but you do have rights. In this guide, Chartered Surveyor Tom Olden explains the UK CPO process, how to object, and what compensation you're entitled to. Learn how to protect your property interests with expert advice tailored for homeowners, landlords and businesses.

Need an expert witness report for a property dispute? Chartered Surveyor Tom Olden explains the process, when it's needed, and how to get reliable, court-compliant reports.

Need rent review help in Tunbridge Wells? Chartered surveyor Tom Olden explains how to navigate increases, assess fair rent, and protect your business.