What does Fraser Bond do?

Fraser Bond is a London property consultancy established in 1983. We provide residential and commercial real estate services including agency, lettings, investment, development consultancy, property management, lease advisory, valuation, and portfolio management to private clients, companies, institutions, and governments in the UK and internationally.

Does Fraser Bond help with property investment in London?

Yes. Fraser Bond has a dedicated Central London investment agency team covering all aspects of acquisitions and disposals, including securing funding and sale-and-leaseback arrangements. We have completed transactions worth over ten billion pounds.

Does Fraser Bond handle commercial property?

Yes. We provide commercial property agency, management, development consultancy, lease advisory, business rates advice, tenant representation, and expert witness services across office, retail, industrial, and alternative commercial sectors throughout the UK.

Can Fraser Bond manage my property portfolio?

Yes. Fraser Bond provides full portfolio management for residential and commercial property portfolios, including lettings, asset management, performance reporting, and disposal strategy for private and institutional investors.

Does Fraser Bond assist overseas investors buying UK property?

Yes. We have a dedicated international real estate service for overseas and foreign clients seeking to invest in UK property. We identify opportunities, guide the acquisition process, and provide ongoing management.

Does Fraser Bond carry out property valuations?

Yes. We provide RICS-compliant valuations for residential and commercial properties for acquisition, disposal, loan security, insurance, tax, and accounting. Contact info@fraserbond.com to arrange a valuation.

How do I contact Fraser Bond?

Fraser Bond is located at 60 Blandford Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 7JD. Call us on +44 (0)20 4519 3989 or email info@fraserbond.com. You can also use the contact form at fraserbond.com/contact-us.

Buying a Short Lease Flat: Guide

Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

Leasehold · Short leases

Buying a short lease

Under 80years

Mortgagesharder

Extensioncosts

Reforms2024 Act

In short: Flats with short leases, often under about 80 years, sell at a discount because lenders are cautious and extending the lease becomes more expensive as the term falls. Under the current system, once a lease drops below 80 years, the premium for a statutory extension includes "marriage value". The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 plans to remove marriage value and the two-year ownership rule, but parts are still being brought into force, so check the current position. Get a valuation of the extension cost before you offer.

Is the discount enough?

Value with long lease (£)

Asking price (£)

Extension premium + fees (£)

Net saving–

Get a specialist valuation of the premium.