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Commercial Property Transactions: A Refresher

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Are you looking to refresh your knowledge on commercial property transactions?   

Join our expert, Thom Wilkinson, as he takes you through the different aspects of a commercial property transaction. This classroom will explore the differences between property types and their intended uses, how to conduct effective due diligence, strategies for negotiating contract terms, how to navigate council and government regulations and potential tax implications, and finally, how to prepare and review documents to successfully close the transaction.    

Whether you’re new to commercial property or looking to sharpen your skills, this session offers practical insights every step of the way. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions tailored to your practice. 

 This online classroom was held on Thursday 05 February 2026.

Please note, this classroom is not discussing commercial leases. For more on this topic, see our bitesize course: Key Issues with Commercial Leases. You might also be interested in our other Property courses.  

What this will cover

This course will cover:   

  • completing due diligence to investigate title, complete searches, and note any covenants, restrictions or other complications, for example, environmental laws 
  • contract negotiation and terms including lease agreements, purchase agreements, and financing documents 
  • regulatory compliance with council and government regulations 
  • financing options available and securing the necessary funding 
  • preparation and review of closing documents, and ensuring all conditions of the sale are met 
  • tax implications such as property taxes, capital gains taxes, and potential tax benefits 
  • registration requirements for leases, transfers, charges, and stamp duty land tax 
Learning outcomes

By the end of this online classroom, you will be able to: 

  • distinguish between different property types and assess suitability for intended use  
  • explain effective due diligence, including title investigations, searches, and assessment of covenants, zoning, and environmental laws  
  • develop strategies to negotiate and draft key property contracts  
  • ensure compliance with relevant council and government regulations   
  • understand the tax implications of property transactions, such as property taxes, capital gains taxes, and potential tax benefits 
  • prepare and review all necessary closing documents, ensuring all conditions of the sale are met 
How you will learn

Course format     

This online classroom consists of the following elements:     

  • an SME presentation with opportunities for interaction, delivered using Microsoft Teams    
  • an optional MCQ assessment, to obtain a certificate of completion   

Assessment    

In order to pass the assessment, you must achieve a mark of 80%.    

Length     

The online classroom will take 60 minutes, excluding the assessment.  

No. of items Discount
11 – 19 15%
20 – 29 20%
30 – 39 25%
40 + 30%
£104.19 ex VAT
Type of training
CPD
Format
Recorded online classroom
Level
Intermediate
Who is this for?
Solicitors
Course length
1 hour
Assessment type
MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions).
SRA Competence
A2
A4

The experts

Thom Wilkinson

Expert
Facilitator

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