I have always enjoyed beer, although my preferences are somewhat particular.

I tend to favour hop-forward IPAs, rich stouts, and experimental brews, whilst my wife prefers sours, Belgian styles, and malt-driven amber ales.

When travelling, we often dedicate time to exploring local breweries and are continually impressed that quality beer can be found in nearly every corner of the world. We have also been fortunate to visit some of the most iconic breweries: Heineken in Amsterdam, Paulaner and Löwenbräu at Oktoberfest in Munich, and even the Budweiser experience at Busch Gardens in Florida.

Yet one brand has always stood out for me: Guinness.

It is a beer steeped in history, instantly recognisable, and surprisingly balanced despite its appearance. Few people have not encountered its harp emblem or the famous toucan.

What fascinates me most is not merely the taste, but the story of its lease. In 1759, Arthur Guinness signed a remarkable agreement for the St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin: a 9,000-year lease at £45 per annum. The terms contained no rent escalation clauses, no relocation provisions, and granted unlimited access to the pristine water supply essential for brewing. What appeared absurd to contemporaries has become one of the most extraordinary business arrangements in history.

So what does this have to do with healthcare professionals such as dentists, veterinarians, optometrists, and pharmacists?

Quite simply: leases matter.

The work of a healthcare professional is demanding. One must not only demonstrate clinical excellence and compassion, but also manage the business side of practice. Unfortunately, the individuals on the other side of the negotiation table—landlords, developers, and their professional representatives—are highly skilled and incentivised to protect their own interests, not yours.

It is tempting to attempt lease negotiations alone, or to delay dealing with them in order to save money. Yet I encounter case after case where such decisions have ultimately cost practitioners hundreds of thousands of pounds in relocation expenses, diminished practice value, and legal or professional fees required to rectify avoidable errors.

There is a proverb worth recalling: “The best time to plant a tree was twenty years ago. The second-best time is now.”

The same applies to your lease. The period of initial negotiation provides the greatest opportunity to secure favourable terms. However, even if that moment has passed, it is never too late to review, re-negotiate, and correct the disadvantages embedded in past agreements.

Whilst we cannot promise you a 9,000-year lease, no cost increases, and unlimited water, we can promise an experienced and diligent approach designed to secure terms that protect your practice, provide peace of mind, and support the long-term value you deserve.

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