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From Labour Costs to Cleaning Bots: What’s Driving Office Service Charges Up

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Office cleaning is one of those behind-the-scenes services that many of us rarely stop to think about. Arriving at work each morning to a clean, tidy, and hygienic environment is often taken for granted. Yet, this daily transformation is a carefully managed process, typically carried out outside core office hours, and is essential for the smooth running and professional presentation of any workplace.

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What’s Hiding in Your Service Charge? A Closer Look at Management Costs and Fees

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If you pay service charge at a property then you are likely to know that it includes a management fee, and you feel this is reasonable, right?  A managing agent, or a Landlord if they directly manage, should be entitled to receive a fee to cover the resources they utilise to manage the service charge.  However, what does managing the service charge actually entail, and are you fully aware of all of the fees you are paying?

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Assure Recovers £46M in Service Charge & Insurance Costs in 2024

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As we welcome 2025, we take a moment to reflect on our achievements in 2024. We successfully saved our clients £46 million in service charge and insurance costs, managing service charges across over 18,000 properties with total liabilities of £694 million, spanning the UK, Europe and internationally.

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Office Service Charges: £20M Saved in 2024 and What to Expect in 2025

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The Office Team at Assure had another great year, saving £20m for our clients. Savings have arisen from a wide range of challenges, which have included identifying accounting errors and discrepancies and challenging budgeted expenditure and major works.

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Office Service Charges: The Balancing Act of Hard Services

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Hard Services refer to the essential physical and structural elements of a building, as well as its mechanical systems. This includes maintaining and repairing critical equipment like boilers, chillers, and lifts, alongside structural components such as roofs and external walls. These services are vital for preserving the building’s integrity and ensuring its smooth operation.

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Rising Costs Ahead: The October Budget’s Effect on 2025 Commercial Service Charges

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The recent Budget has stirred controversy, especially among employers and business owners in sectors like retail and hospitality that rely heavily on minimum wage and part-time roles.

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