An Accountant's Commercial Property Journey

March 19, 2025

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From leasing to owning: How a chartered accountant was able to navigate the commercial property space - and with ease.

Snippets: 

  • 1970s conversation pits (sunken lounges) - why were they such a feature for this era and could they make a comeback?

  • Plus choosing the right lighting for productivity, health and for rest.

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From Leasing to Owning: An Accountant's Commercial Property Journey

Oliver’s journey from leasing to buying commercial properties wasn't a speculative venture but a calculated decision, backed by data and unique insights from thousands of clients' property investment decisions and outcomes. 

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"We always know how to make money and lose money because we see thousands of people do it." 

Oliver

By becoming his own tenant, he’s transformed an unavoidable expense into an investment asset.

Interestingly, Oliver found commercial property purchases in some ways more straightforward than residential purchases.

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“Can this work for the business? Fine." 

Oliver

His property portfolio now serves as both operational necessity and investment strategy, with the firm acting as its own reliable tenant. 

Oliver cautions that commercial real estate isn't for everyone. Success requires genuine need for leasing space, mortgage servicing capability, and a solid exit strategy.  

Be sure to read the full story here

Snippets: 

  • Described as a marriage between good architecture and interior design - some of the pros and cons of sunken lounges are explored here 

  • Understanding the impact of lighting 💡 Read on here and here and how this could be incorporated into the home.

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“…just as morning light stimulates alertness, and supports immune function and mental health, the body also responds to the dark.”

Ian Taylor

Quote for the week:

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“Do something today your future self with thank you for.”

Sean Patrick Flannery

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