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Main office
COLBURN
5 & 6 BAILEY COURT
COLBURN BUSINESS PARK
RICHMOND
NORTH YORKSHIRE
DL9 4QL
Estate Agency Offices are located in
BARNARD CASTLE, BOROUGHBRIDGE & RICHMOND
Residential Management Team
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A GSC Grays Service
In an increasingly complex and regulated environment, GSC Grays will work with you to determine the exact nature of the report that you require and tailor the valuation to those requirements.
Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
Trusted & Accredited Valuations
GSC Grays specialise in the provision of a full range of valuation reports in accordance with the guidelines of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
Valuations are a critical part of the financial system – they inform investment decisions for investors, lenders and other providers of property services, as well as assisting individuals to determine the value of some of their most important personal assets. Choosing and using appropriate techniques and adhering to international standards for valuation, such as those detailed in the RICS Red Book, is essential.
Our RICS-qualified surveyors keep abreast of the latest revisions to RICS standards and other developments within the industry to ensure that we continue to provide an exceptional standard of valuation advice to the professionals, individuals and businesses who we work with.
We believe that a valuer’s relationship with their client, providing a personalised service that meets their needs as well as complying with all Internationally agreed standards, is the key to providing a trusted and respected service.
Tax & succession planning
Valuations for tax purposes
Drawing on professional advice and assembling accurate, reliable information about the value of your property are essential for good tax planning. Our valuers are experienced in providing robust valuations for tax purposes, including valuations for Capital Gains Tax and Inheritance Tax purposes.
We understand that rural estates and property can have a complex blend of assets and interests to consider and we work closely with our clients and other rural professional advisors, to ensure that the valuations we provide are accurate, well-evidenced and satisfy both our client’s needs and HMRC requirements.
Inheritance Tax Valuations
A co-ordinated & holistic approach
GSC Grays undertake Inheritance Tax Valuations of residential, commercial, agricultural, farm and estate properties across the North of England and work closely with the region’s Solicitors and Accountants in providing a co-ordinated and holistic approach.
The loss of a family member is always a traumatic and emotive time and brings with it a number of legal and tax implications, which can be difficult to navigate. Obtaining a formal RICS Red Book Valuation will help to accurately value the assets within the Estate, as well as helping to ensure that the administration of the Estate is completed as quickly and efficiently as possible.
HMRC strongly advocate the appointment of a Chartered Surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer to undertake a formal valuation of the deceased’s property. A Valuation Report is prepared in accordance with the published guidance on property valuations for IHT purposes. The RICS compliant Valuation report will include the specific details of the property including its construction and condition as well as extensive due diligence and research covering title, tenure, occupancy, legal issues, planning and other statutory issues as well as an analysis of relevant comparable sales evidence in the area, or other appropriate calculations in order to determine the Market Value of the property at the required date.
Valuation of Historic Buildings
Unique historical property
GSC Grays are often entrusted with the valuation of unique and historic buildings for our clients.
Though these buildings may be unrivalled in their historic importance or character, like any property asset they will be subject to market forces and their value may therefore be measured within the marketplace when traded.
What separates historic property from the wider market, are the additional and frequently complex factors that the valuer must account for; these include the effect of the historic nature and architectural interest on value, together with the particular constraints imposed by the statutory framework and less tangible elements, such as the indirect cultural and social benefits arising from the property.
Our valuers have the professional experience and skills required to understand and account for these additional factors when considering the value of this type of asset, allowing them to provide RICS compliant valuations of historic buildings for financial statements, lending purposes, letting and investment, tax planning, or sale / purchase.
Partnership Dissolution
Valuation of business assets
When a partnership is dissolved, for instance due to the death of a partner or because one partner no longer wishes to be part of the business, there are many factors to consider and the process must be worked through in a manner that adheres to the partnership agreement as well as relevant legislation. Our clear and considered professional advice on the value of the property assets, can help you to adhere to these conditions, to avoid disputes if the dissolution is amicable or to manage a difficult negotiation.
A critical issue to consider is how the assets will be liquidated and divided. If one partner intends to continue with the business, then they must purchase the business assets at a fair value. Our surveyors can provide a valuation of a business and its assets or a valuation of the deceased partner’s share, to inform the dissolution process.
Secured Lending
Timely valuation reports tailored to your requirements
We are a trusted provider of valuations for secured lending purposes. The purpose of a secured lending valuation is to provide the bank or other loan provider with a valuation of the security that is being offered by the applicant, whether that is land, commercial or residential property. We are frequently instructed by banks to undertake secure lending valuations across the region and our surveyors are accustomed to delivering timely, independent valuations reports, tailored to those requirements.
Pension Fund Valuations
SIPP Valuations
Self-invested personal pension schemes (SIPPs) are a popular investment vehicle and can be set up by anyone, however they are still tightly governed by HMRC. GSC Grays regularly undertake SIPP valuations for acquisition or rent review purposes as well as regular updates for the SIPP providers.
Boundary Disputes
Providing accurate information for peace of mind
Often, drawings and plans from historic transactions are used in conveyances which, if incorrect, can lead to years of boundary disputes which can be very costly and stressful.
GSC Grays offer a service to visit your site to check the facts and measurements, leaving you with an accurate updated drawing which should enable you to make clear development plans or sell your property with peace of mind.
Estates, Farms & Land
Estate & Land Management
As a modern business with traditional values, we offer professional, practical and discreet advice that you can rely on.
Estates, Farms & Land
Farm Business
Our dedicated Farm Business Consultancy Team combines in-depth local knowledge with nationally renowned technical and business management expertise.
Estates, Farms & Land
Sales & Acquisitions
Our country house and farm agency team provide the exceptional service you need for outstanding rural properties.
Estates, Farms & Land
Energy
We have been delivering successful renewable projects for over 15 years and we continue to look towards the latest technologies to bring opportunities for energy generation to your land.
Estates, Farms & Land
Telecoms
Our advisors provide informed and timely advice to ensure your interests are represented.
Planning & Development
Development Appraisals
Our team’s experience of development and local agency knowledge means that they are ideally placed to appraise the value of your development and advise on the practicalities of delivery.
Planning & Development
Cost Consultancy
In our experience, whether building out your own project or selling a development site, the management of costs is key to achieving best value for you.
Dispute Resolution
Expert Determination
If you are sadly involved in a dispute which requires a third party to determine the matter for you, our expert determination service could be the cost effective and swift service which you are looking for.
Dispute Resolution
Expert Witness Reports & Advocacy
If you are in the position of contemplating court action or are already in that process, it is likely that you will need to rely on expert evidence.
GSC Grays
GSC Grays are experts in rural land and property. You can find all the information you need about the sectors that we specialise in, from estate agency to environmental management. We are here to help you to achieve your goals for your rural property, business, farm or estate, today and for generations to come.