Being a commercial landlord
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Commercial landlord responsibilities
If you own a commercial property for rent, you’ll know it comes with certain responsibilities. But there's often confusion about who is responsible for what; landlord or tenant?
Commercial letting basics
Commercial property can offer strong yields and longer leases than residential letting, but the market has its own dynamics. Understanding how commercial insurance works, what the current market looks like, and what’s expected of you as a commercial landlord is the right place to start.
These guides cover the essentials, from frequently asked questions to a full breakdown of commercial property insurance and what it covers.
Commercial landlord insurance FAQs
Find out everything you need to know about commercial property insurance in our quick guide for commercial landlords.
Complete guide to being a commercial landlord
Complete guide to being a commercial landlord, including the pros and cons, and your rights and responsibilities.
What is commercial property insurance?
Commercial Property Insurance is one of the most important things to remember when purchasing your new property.
Commercial Property Statistics 2025
The latest commercial real estate statistics for 2025, including the average percentage yield on commercial property, average price per square foot and more.
Commercial landlord financial considerations
There are many factors that can impact a landlord's finances. We've highlighted some articles that commercial landlords might find interesting.
Responsibilities & legal obligations
The split of responsibilities between a commercial landlord and their tenant is largely determined by the lease, but certain obligations always sit with you. Knowing where the law draws the line regarding repairs, safety, and insurance keeps you compliant and helps avoid disputes.
Our guides explain the laws that apply to commercial landlords, your core responsibilities, and who pays for buildings insurance. Backing up your obligations with the right landlord insurance means you’re protected whichever way the lease allocates the risk.
Guide to commercial landlord laws and regulations
A guide to all the law and regulations that commercial landlords need to know about.
Commercial landlord responsibilities
If you own a commercial property for rent, you’ll know it comes with certain responsibilities. But there's often confusion about who is responsible for what; landlord or tenant?
Who pays for building insurance on commercial property?
Who is responsible for insuring a commercial building? We answer landlord and tenant questions.
Managing problems & risk
When a commercial tenancy runs into trouble such as unpaid rent, an eviction, or a unit sitting empty between tenants, costs can rack up, and the process is different from residential letting. These guides walk you through evicting a commercial tenant, your options when rent isn’t being paid, and protecting an empty unit. If your commercial property is unoccupied for an extended period, unoccupied property insurance keeps it protected when standard cover falls away.
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