The site you choose and how you exploit your building can have a direct impact on business performance and profitability.
At a time when financial markets and competitors are putting the pressure on, firms are constantly on the look-out for ways of improving their profitability and strengthening growth.
Real estate is a significant item in your profit and loss account, being the second or third largest cost. If real estate is managed effectively, it can actually help create value.
Business premises must suit your functional needs, provide your staff with a productive and pleasant working environment and, finally, reflect your image.
These strategic issues form the core of our advisory service
Real estate investment in Europe has doubled in two years, rising by 47% in 2005 and 46% in 2007 to total €227 billion. Approximately €23.1 billion were invested in standard commercial real estate in France.
High demand for prime assets (new or recent offices in central business locations) has made these very scarce.
A significant share of the market is composed of sales between investors: to realize capital gains and benefit from advantageous tax regimes, investors have been exchanging assets.
The relative supply scarcity has resulted in a sharp increase in the number of sales off plan, which accounted for 17% of the French market in 2006. It has also stimulated investors’ interest in other types of commercial premises, such as industrial space and warehousing, in much riskier locations.
The number of companies outsourcing their real estate is also expected to rise.
Our consultants follow market trends and are always on the look-out for market opportunities. They will examine ways of increasing asset value and help you make the right decision to reach your goal.
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