Decide what you want to manage yourself
Self-managed marketing is not necessarily the same as doing every task alone. Some landlords are comfortable with photography, enquiries, viewings and initial negotiations, but use professionals for the lease, tax and legal aspects after "Heads of Terms" have been agreed.
Start by deciding who will answer enquiries, give access for viewings, check the proposed use of the premises and agree commercial heads of terms. This determines whether advertising-only is right for you.
Prepare a complete commercial property advert
Describe the premises in terms a potential occupier can assess: address, size, floor layout, permitted use, rent, availability, access, amenities, parking and relevant building information.
Explain whether figures are annual rent or other charges, and disclose material limitations. Good photographs and a clear floorplan help applicants decide whether a unit is suitable before arranging a viewing.
Choose the right marketing channels
Commercial property portals help reach occupiers actively searching for space. Landlords may also benefit from signage at the property, their existing business contacts and local specialist channels.
Letlaunch Commercial offers a £149 LoopNet advertising package, with a £99 optional Rightmove Commercial upgrade to give landlords the broader online exposure. It can be a way to obtain portal advertising without purchasing a full traditional agency service.
An online commercial letting agent, built around the landlord
You do not need to pay for a traditional agency instruction simply to market a unit and manage enquiries. Letlaunch puts commercial advertising, applicant management and optional next-step tools together in an efficient online journey, with intelligent AI integration shaping its development.
Find potential occupiers
Advertise on LoopNet and optionally Rightmove Commercial, with property information and enquiries managed through a straightforward online process.
Progress towards agreed terms
Once you have an interested applicant, the optional Heads of Terms Generator and commercial tenant referencing service can help with important pre-lease stages.
Optional Heads of Terms creation and commercial referencing are separately priced. The landlord remains responsible for viewings, negotiations and appointing an appropriate solicitor for legal lease work.
Respond to enquiries and arrange viewings
Record each enquiry, establish the occupier’s proposed use and timetable, and provide consistent information about the unit. Arrange access safely and make notes after viewings so you can compare enquiries.
A promising enquiry does not equal a concluded letting. Confirm the applicant’s identity, business arrangements, financial background, and proposed lease requirements before making commitments. This is why agreeing and signing "Heads of Terms" is so important.
Progress the letting carefully
Once an offer is agreed, heads of terms normally record the proposed rent, term, security of tenure approach, rent reviews, repairs, service charge and other important points.
When these terms have been agreed and signed, this document can then be provided to a solicitor, or experienced professional to progress and complete the lease.
LETLAUNCH COMMERCIAL - ONLINE LETTING AGENCY
An online commercial letting agent, your way.
Flexible help. Clear costs. More control.
LoopNet Advertising
Three months of commercial property advertising, with enquiries and applicants managed through your Letlaunch portal.
LoopNet + Rightmove Commercial
The £149 online advertising package plus a £99 Rightmove Commercial upgrade.
