Investment by non-UK residents
Specialist legal advice for non-UK residents investing in UK commercial property, from acquisition and financing through to asset management and disposal.
Strategic legal support for non-UK residents looking to invest in UK commercial property with confidence.
Investing in UK commercial property as a non-UK resident can present unique legal, regulatory and tax considerations. Our solicitors provide clear, commercially focused advice to overseas investors, helping navigate every stage of the investment process with confidence. Whether you are acquiring offices, retail premises, industrial units, logistics assets, hotels or mixed-use developments, we work to protect your interests, manage risk and facilitate efficient transactions.
Our team works closely with other professional advisers where required to ensure a coordinated approach to structuring investments, conducting due diligence, negotiating transaction documents and addressing cross-border considerations.
With a strong understanding of the UK commercial property market and the challenges faced by overseas investors, we provide practical legal solutions tailored to your investment objectives.
- Trusted by businesses, investors and developers across the UK and internationally.
- Joined-up property advice spanning development, construction, employment and private wealth considerations.
- Commercially focused, proactive advice and responsive support when timing is critical.
- Commercial property advice backed by a full-service law firm and specialist disputes expertise.
Our investment services for non-UK residents
Our solicitors advise non-UK residents, overseas companies, investors and funds on all aspects of UK commercial property investment. We provide practical, commercially focused legal support across a wide range of transactions, including:
- Acquisition of UK commercial property, including offices, retail, industrial and mixed-use assets
- Property portfolio acquisitions and disposals
- Due diligence and title investigations
- Negotiation and drafting of sale and purchase agreements
- Structuring investments through UK or offshore entities
- Advising on financing arrangements and lender requirements
- Commercial leases and occupational arrangements
- Asset management and landlord and tenant matters
- Property development and redevelopment projects
- Joint ventures and investment partnerships
- Refinancing and restructuring of property assets
- Regulatory and compliance considerations for overseas investors
- Disposal and exit strategies
- Cross-border transactions and coordination with international advisers
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Why use our commercial property solicitors?
Highly experienced in commercial property law
Our solicitors have extensive knowledge across all areas of commercial property and combine technical legal expertise with commercial insight to provide practical, actionable advice. We work closely with clients to provide solutions aligned with their objectives, whether that involves securing the ideal premises, structuring investments, or managing property portfolios.
Collaborative and proactive approach
Investing in UK commercial property from overseas often requires coordination between multiple advisers and stakeholders. We work closely with your accountants, lenders, agents and other professionals to keep transactions progressing smoothly, identifying and resolving potential issues early to help achieve a successful outcome.
Leading full-service law firm
Boyes turner is recognised in Chambers UK and the Legal 500 for commercial property work. As a full-service firm, we provide integrated legal support across property, corporate, employment, dispute resolution and commercial matters, ensuring a holistic approach to your business needs.
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