Business Details
35 Years
experience
Expert Commercial Property Consultants London
Established in 1991, we are a family-run RICS-regulated firm specialising in commercial property consultancy. Our expertise spans business rates reduction, lease advisory, and commercial valuations, underpinned by over 30 years of data-driven analysis. We provide impartial, tailored advice to SMEs and PLCs across London and the South East, leveraging our principal surveyor's 30-year track record in expert witness testimony and valuation tribunal representation. Our independence ensures unbiased valuations free from industry conflicts, while our relational databases enable precise market insights.We have secured over 100 million in savings for clients through strategic rate appeals and litigation, including landmark cases for private schools and hotels. Our services include SIPP valuations, probate assessments, and rental evidence analysis, delivered with a commitment to accessibility and affordability. We combine technical rigour with practical solutions, ensuring clients achieve optimal outcomes in property disputes and negotiations.
Services
Business Rates Appeals
Lease Advisory
Commercial Valuations
Expert Witness Reports
Rental Evidence Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 30 years' experience in commercial property valuations and tribunal representation
- Data-driven approach using proprietary relational databases for precise market analysis
- RICS-regulated independence ensures impartial, conflict-free valuations
- Secured over 100 million in client savings through strategic rate appeals
- Principal surveyor Andrew Bacon is a qualified expert witness with 100+ tribunal appearances
Associations and certifications
- RICS Regulated Firm Number 012749
Services
Business Rates Appeals
We challenge commercial property rateable values through tribunal appeals, using proprietary market data and expert witness testimony. Our RICS-regulated team has secured 70% reductions in landmark cases, saving clients over 100 million. We represent SMEs and PLCs in Valuation Tribunals and Lands Chamber hearings.
Lease Advisory
Our lease advisory service covers rent reviews, lease renewals, and new premises negotiations. We combine relational databases with legal expertise to develop market-driven strategies. Principal surveyor Andrew Bacon provides tribunal-tested guidance for commercial tenants and landlords.
Commercial Valuations
We deliver RICS Red Book valuations and forensic valuations for SIPP, probate, and litigation purposes. Our independence ensures unbiased assessments free from property management conflicts. Reports range from 24-hour advisory summaries to detailed Red Book valuations.
Expert Witness Reports
Andrew Bacon provides expert witness testimony in property disputes, with 100+ tribunal appearances. Our reports combine valuation expertise with legal compliance, supporting clients in complex commercial property litigation and appeals.
Rental Evidence Analysis
We maintain proprietary rental databases to determine accurate market rents. This data underpins our lease negotiations and tribunal cases, providing clients with evidence-based strategies for rent reviews and new tenancies.
People
Andrew Bacon
Co-Founder
BSc(Hons) MRICS APAEWE with 30 years' post-qualification experience. RICS Registered Valuer and expert witness with 100+ tribunal appearances. Specialises in business rates appeals and commercial valuations.
Questions
How can JMA help reduce my business rates?
We challenge overvalued assessments through tribunal appeals, leveraging our proprietary market data and 30+ years' experience to secure reductions.
What commercial property services do you offer?
We provide business rates appeals, lease advisory, RICS valuations, expert witness reports, and rental evidence analysis.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate across London and the South East, with national case experience including landmark appeals in the City of London.
Are your valuations RICS-compliant?
Yes, we are RICS-regulated with registered valuers providing Red Book-compliant reports free from property management conflicts.
How quickly can you deliver valuation reports?
We offer 24-hour advisory reports and full Red Book valuations within 7 days, prioritising timely, actionable insights.
