Business Details
Senior Property Development Advisory Services
We are a specialist development advisory business focused on providing acquisition, disposal, development and investment advice for senior property and associated uses. With extensive knowledge of the development market, we have cultivated well-established business relationships within the senior property sector. Our expertise spans advising on over 300m of property transactions in the UK, primarily in the senior property sector including age-restricted retirement developments, Integrated Retirement Communities, and care homes.We work with a diverse range of clients including landowners, investors, developers and senior property operators, delivering solutions across the entire market spectrum for private companies, charities, Housing Associations and Local Authorities.
Services
Property Development Advisory
Land Acquisition
Property Disposal
Investment Structuring
Site Selection
Planning Advice
Operator Introduction
Developer Advisory
Market Analysis
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years combined experience in senior property development
- Our team includes RICS chartered surveyors with specialist knowledge
- We've advised on over 300m of property transactions in the UK
- We work with clients across the property spectrum from private investors to housing associations
- Our nationwide network helps identify off-market development opportunities
What people say
Strong working relationship
Successfully bought and sold developments
Successful projects
Well-established business relationships
Strong profitability
Services
Property Development Advisory
Senior Property Associates provides comprehensive property development advisory services covering the entire development process from initial site search to project completion. We specialise in advising on senior property developments including retirement villages, care homes and integrated retirement communities. Our expertise helps clients navigate planning processes and secure appropriate development partners.
Land Acquisition
We offer expert land acquisition services focused on identifying and securing appropriate sites for senior property developments. Our extensive industry network and market knowledge enable us to find off-market opportunities and negotiate favorable terms for our clients. We advise on site potential, planning viability and development prospects.
Property Disposal
Our property disposal services help landowners and developers achieve optimal returns from senior property assets. We employ targeted marketing campaigns and can facilitate off-market transactions. Our expertise spans various development types including care homes, retirement villages and integrated retirement communities, ensuring we attract the right buyers to each property.
Investment Structuring
We assist investors with structuring investment mandates to maximize returns on senior property developments. Our services include identifying suitable investment opportunities, advising on partnership structures, and connecting investors with proven development and operating partners. We have experience with both conditional and unconditional transactions across the senior property sector.
Market Analysis
We provide in-depth market analysis for the senior property sector, drawing on our extensive transaction history and industry knowledge. Our insights cover market trends, development viability, and optimal property types for different locations. This expertise helps our clients make informed decisions about acquisition, development and investment strategies.
People
Brad Harvey
Founder / Director
Brad established Senior Property Associates in 2018 after 6 years working on senior property projects at Rohleder Lumby. A RICS member since 1997, he has extensive experience in property advisory, having worked with major firms like Colliers International.
Simon Rohleder
Consultant
Simon, a RICS member since 1981, continues as a consultant to Senior Property Associates. He brings over 30 years of experience from Rohleder Lumby, focusing on the senior property sector while maintaining his independent consultancy for other property market sectors.
Tom Rankin
Consultant
Tom is a chartered surveyor with 30 years' experience, including senior roles at major housebuilders. He founded Prime Land Consultants in 2004 and has specialized in senior living opportunities across England for the last five years.
Questions
What is Senior Property Associates' area of expertise?
We specialise in advisory services for senior property developments including retirement villages, care homes, and integrated retirement communities across the UK.
Do you work with both private and public sector clients?
Yes, we work with a diverse range of clients including private investors, charities, Housing Associations and Local Authorities.
What services do you offer to property developers?
We provide comprehensive services including site acquisition, development advisory, planning advice, and connecting developers with appropriate operating partners.
Do you help investors with senior property investments?
Yes, we help investors structure investment mandates, identify suitable opportunities, and connect with proven development and operating partners.
Can you handle both property acquisition and disposal?
Yes, we provide services for both acquisition and disposal of senior property assets, with expertise in market-wide campaigns and targeted marketing approaches.
How does your experience benefit clients?
Our team brings decades of experience with over £300m in senior property transactions, offering RICS-chartered professionals who understand market dynamics and development challenges.
