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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.

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.

Management Costs in Office Service Charges: Are You Getting Value for Money?

Landlords and managing agents charge fees for administering service charges, but what does that cover? Management costs extend beyond the fee itself. Understanding these elements is crucial to determine if your management costs are reasonable.

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. …

Employee Spotlight: Miranda Toben

Meet Miranda Toben, Senior Associate, who hails from the charming town of Crowborough in East Sussex. After earning her degree in Physical Geography and Geology from the University of Brighton, she embarked on a new adventure in Bedfordshire…

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