Research suggests that 80 office leases (129,000 sq ft of space) are to due expire in the first half of 2015 – up 250% since 2012. This dramatic increase could see landlords and tenants faced with the issue of dilapidations and the potential to incur unexpected costs.

With REITs distributing 90 per cent of their net income, private investors and income funds are attracted to this investment that canb deliver an annual return of six per cent.

Investment in infrastructure has already created a number of new and exciting commercial opportunities with newly released market-ready city and Enterprise Zone sites.

Though many people are aware of the risks involved with investing in bricks & mortar and appreciate the importance of technical due diligence, some prospective tenants and freeholders may not be aware of all issues.

Innes England has been appointed by Boots to market the site, which has received outline planning for 900,000 sq ft of new commercial opportunities, 675 new homes and detailed planning permission for a new public highway.

The event is in support of Cancer Research UK and is for players of all levels. Click the link to find out how you can help to raise money and enjoy an active afternoon of networking.