A GUIDE TO OUR REAL ESTATE SERVICES

TRUSTED ADVICE

Cluttons has a strong reputation in the Middle East and is the name banks and investors trust to provide accurate valuations on over £8.2bn of residential and commercial property across the United Arab Emirates.

WE MAKE IT EASY

Cluttons is an international real estate services company. Whether managing the portfolio of a global technology giant, offering funding advice, selling land, valuing an unusual property or letting a home, we make it easy.

We don’t wait to be asked. We deliver ideas and solutions that improve the efficiency and value of your assets. And when it comes to advice, we cut to the chase, because we know the best decision is an informed decision. There through every step of the process, we keep things straightforward, simplifying complex challenges and ensuring your peace of mind.

A NEW LEASE OF LIFE

Cluttons spotted an opportunity for one of its pension fund clients to increase the value of its asset in the heart of Westminster. By re-gearing the lease to facilitate early vacant possession we were able to capitalise on the strong residential conversion market. The sale of the property to a private overseas investor achieved a substantial capital gain for our client that was 60% higher than its value as an office investment.

A STRONG COMMITMENT TO SERVICE AND INNOVATION

Established in 1765, Cluttons was one of the early pioneers of surveying and has been instrumental in shaping modern professional practice and new working methodologies over the last 250 years. Today the spirit of innovation continues through our work at the forefront of industries like telecommunications.

Partner-ledCluttons remains one of the few major independent firms of surveyors, which allows us to focus on serving our clients’ needs. Each client assignment is led by a partner who has a vested interest in ensuring a high quality of service. Our ability to offer good judgement, informed by technical expertise and depth of experience, gives our clients peace of mind.

Excellent serviceWe are committed to delivering an excellent service, which is one of the reasons that our clients strongly recommend us to others. We believe the key to good service involves making things easy for our clients and delivering timely advice they can trust.

A diverse and highly experienced teamToday we employ over 700 staff worldwide. With our high partner-to-staff ratio, we can draw on both depth and breadth of experience. As an independent company, we retain a distinctive culture and place a strong emphasis on training, professionalism and client service.

Market insightWe deliver a programme of research on commercial and residential real estate markets, in addition to regular reports that analyse current trends and forecast future performance. We also undertake research into market issues and sub-sectors to help our clients to identify new challenges and opportunities.

A strong international presenceWe have a fast-growing international presence and serve a wide range of corporate clients in over 50 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Since 1976 we have established a strong track record and reputation with local banks in the Middle East. We are also the partner of choice in the region for corporates, developers and private investors.

AN UNUSUAL ASSET

With our expertise in telecommunications and innovative reporting software, Cluttons was the first choice of Vodafone and Telefonica’s joint company CTIL to manage their UK network portfolio – one of the largest corporate mandates in the UK.

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTY EXPERTISE

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTY EXPERTISE

Cluttons operates in both the residential and commercial property markets. Our services include residential sales and lettings, commercial leasing and investment, consultancy, property and facilities management and valuation. We have a strong presence in London, the Middle East and internationally.

We have particular expertise in providing tailored solutions for TMT, investors, utilities, charities, banks, private clients, corporate occupiers, developers and the London Estates.

A SMART INVESTMENT

By using our strong connections in the Middle East, along with insight into the shortage of student accommodation in London, we advised a Middle East investment bank on a structured finance transaction for a high-quality, 18-storey student accommodation scheme in Aldgate, City of London. The undersupply of student accommodation creates a market opportunity for specialist developers and for investors to realise attractive returns on capital through the development process.

Cluttons has the agility to quickly assemble a team of the right people to solve the task at hand.

Our partner-led teams combine both technical expertise and experience which means that we can offer clients valuable advice backed by good judgement. We know that getting the job done efficiently and delivering results for our clients is ultimately what matters.

STRENGTH AND DEPTH

Residential Sales & LettingCluttons is a leading residential estate agent, selling and letting some of the finest properties to our extensive database of purchasers and tenants, as well as servicing the buy-to-let and developer markets. We have branches located in London’s most desirable neighbourhoods and throughout the Middle East, offering a quality assured service. Uniquely we have a customer charter that sets out our service commitments to our clients. We also market high-quality property in Europe, the Caribbean, Asia Pacific and South Africa.

• Sales• Lettings• Property management• International residences• New homes• Riverside properties• Unique properties• Investment properties

Agency & Capital MarketsCluttons office, development and investment agency teams combine strategic advice with good market intelligence and the ability to execute sales and acquisitions. Our investment teams work to match investors with opportunities. With our hub offices in London, Asia Pacific and the Middle East we are well positioned to help manage the capital flows between these dynamic markets.

• Development agency• Flexible office space• Funding• Fund management • Investment agency• Office agency • Strategic advice

ConsultancyOur consultancy team has a reputation as problem solvers, with a strong track record in advising on complex assignments and providing objective advice. We help clients to realise their plans and maximise returns from their property investment.

• Asset optimisation• Building surveying• Business rates• Cost management• Dilapidations• Expert witness• Lease advisory• Leasehold enfranchisement• Planning and regeneration • Project management• Residential consultancy

Property & Facilities ManagementFrom property management to facilities management, we have the expertise to handle day-to-day operations and advise clients on their portfolios, helping them to maximise value and minimise risk. Advance reporting systems give clients peace of mind and easy access to financial information. The Cluttons name is seen as a sign of quality assurance by tenants.

• Commercial property management• Residential property management• Facilities management• Portfolio lettings management

ValuationOur valuation team has built a strong professional reputation based on the impartiality and integrity of our advice. We are trusted by clients and banks alike. Our team also has the experience and expertise to value unusual utility assets including telephone masts, airports, and plant and machinery.

• Commercial valuation• Residential valuation• Loan security valuation• Tax valuation• Specialist asset valuation

GLOBAL CONNECTIVITY

Cluttons provides facilities management, project management and transaction management of commercial offices, manufacturing sites, data centres and project offices for a major telecoms client across Asia Pacific, the Middle East and North Africa. Cluttons operations now cover more than 100 countries.

GLOBAL CORPORATE SERVICES

By combining the expertise we have across our business Cluttons has a great platform in place to meet the needs of international corporates. In fact, our global corporate services team already manages around 110,000 leasehold interests and handles 250,000 payments each year.

Through centralised account and data management we help our clients build property strategies that optimise their assets, deal with surplus space and ensure their portfolio meets their future real estate needs. Our processes and systems give our clients confidence that their property is in safe hands, meaning they can concentrate on their core business.

LUXURY LIFESTYLE

Our international residential teams buy and sell some of the most exclusive properties around the world. From luxury apartments and villas, to ski chalets and country homes, we work with developers and private individuals to bring the most desirable second homes and international investments to a global audience.

Cluttons LLPHead officeLondon: +44 20 7408 1010

Abu Dhabi: +971 2 4411225

Bahrain: +973 1756 2860

Dubai: +971 4 365 7700

Egypt: +20 0106 140 2214

India: +91 956 007 2915

Nigeria: +234 701 999 9290

Oman: +968 22057 900

Russia: +7 495 937 83 89

Sharjah: +971 6 5723794

South Africa: +27 21 790 8410

Spain: +34 951 120 169

Cluttons LLPVPC network

Cambodia: +855 23 213 666

Indonesia: +62 21 57950505

Japan: +81 3 5919 0272

Malaysia: +603 2148 8968

Singapore: +65 6733 2911

Thailand: +662 641 2133

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