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providing them with security of tenure and the ability to focus on growing their business. This arrangement eliminates the need for upfront capital investment into the property. We can also offer tailored incentives, such as rent-free periods, to support operators in becoming operational and revenue-generating following refurbishment before lease payments begin.
“An alternative way to maximise the
value of a care home property is to work directly with an investor or developer who already has a potential client list.”
For us, these agreements are not just transactional; they are long- term partnerships. We are fully invested in the success of every operator we work with because their sustainability and growth align directly with our own.
SALE AND LEASEBACK AS A GROWTH STRATEGY
With borrowing costs still high, a sale and leaseback arrangement can also be a powerful tool for releasing capital to reinvest in growth. Care home operators who own freehold property can sell the asset while simultaneously securing a new lease. This approach unlocks funds that can be used to acquire new sites or for other initiatives supporting business expansion.
At The Harkalm Group, our experienced team has been acquiring properties and land across the UK for over 20 years. When we identify an opportunity that matches our needs and those of our clients, we proceed professionally and efficiently. Our long- standing relationships with tenant operators are key to our success and mean we are well positioned to support care home operators with a sale or a sale and leaseback that aligns with their goals.
The Harkalm Group was established in 2005. Over the past two decades, the award-winning team has completed 300 transactions and £400m worth of commercial property investment deals in the UK. We now have 30 staff and have completed 25 property transactions already this year, representing £50m in investments and developments in 2025 alone.
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The demand for SEND schools continues to rise, making this investment sector particularly resilient and future- proof. Last year, The Harkalm Group purchased a council-owned care home in Epsom, Surrey, which was subsequently redeveloped into a school for Special Educational Needs students. The property was acquired on a subject-to-planning basis. This agreement ensured that once approval was granted, the redevelopment could proceed, providing much-needed specialist education services to the community.
The redevelopment addressed a critical shortage of SEND school places, providing high-quality education and support to students who need it most. The former care home held an EPC rating of E, and following extensive refurbishment and the implementation of multiple environmental initiatives, the rating was improved to an A.
This significant upgrade not only reflects Harkalm’s commitment to sustainable development but also demonstrates the organisation’s proactive approach to reducing environmental impact and enhancing energy efficiency across its portfolio for the benefit of all building users.
The redevelopment of the former care home into a SEND school represents a highly successful adaptive reuse project that balances financial returns with significant social impact.
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