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Acquisitions and Disposals Services
Whether you are acquiring or selling commercial premises or land, we manage all legal elements of the transaction from due diligence to completion. Our services include:
Freehold Acquisitions and Disposals
Drafting and negotiating contracts for sale or purchase
Reviewing title documentation and identifying any restrictions
Conducting property searches and raising enquiries
Liaising with financial advisors and lenders regarding funding and securities
Preparing detailed Property Reports and providing advice on risks and opportunities
Managing stamp duty land tax submissions and Land Registry registrations
Redeeming secured charges and attending to all post-completion formalities
Additional Services
In addition to standard sale and lease transactions, our team regularly supports more complex or conditional matters, including:
Conditional Contracts – where completion is subject to conditions such as planning permission, finance approval or vacant possession.
Overage Agreements – securing future payments based on increased land value following development or planning uplift.
Auction Purchases and Sales – providing pre-auction advice, contract review, due diligence and managing fast-paced completion deadlines.
Option Agreements – securing future rights to buy or sell property once certain conditions are met.
Joint Ventures – drafting agreements between landowners, developers and investors to share in the value of a project or site.
Commercial property
Why Choose Franklins for
Acquisitions and Disposals?
We work in tandem with our experienced Corporate team to provide a joined-up service, ensuring commercial considerations and legal protections are aligned throughout the process. Our depth of knowledge enables us to navigate complex, high-value deals involving multiple stakeholders, financing arrangements, and layered agreements. Our clients include:
