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Eliminating Double Charging for Significant Savings

This month has been dubbed ‘Awful April’ because a raft of everyday household bills are increasing. This is also true for commercial occupiers. We recently tackled a critical issue of utility double charging for a supermarket client. Our team identified that the managing agent was recharging demised electricity through both the service charge budget and as a direct charge…

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

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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£26M Saved for Retail and Leisure Occupiers: What’s Next in 2025

The Retail and Leisure team at Assure have had another outstanding year, saving our clients a remarkable £26 million. These savings stem from a variety of challenges, including identifying charging errors, scrutinising budget expenditures, and ensuring caps are correctly applied. Our team has meticulously examined the numbers and lease terms to uncover these savings.

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Office Service Charges: The Balancing Act of Hard Services

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

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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Employee Spotlight: Danny Meighan

We’re shining the spotlight on Danny Meighan, Senior Lease Expense Manager and our resident sports fanatic, and quiz master!
With a degree in Coaching and Sports Development, Danny took a detour through the hospitality industry before finding his home at Assure in 2019. …

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