What you need to know about service charge mechanisms going into 2026

Now is the time to optimise your estate ahead of the new year.

At Ignite, we support leading international hospitality, leisure, retail and commercial real estate brands in navigating and simplifying service charge complexity.

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Have you reviewed your service charges? Complex service charge provisions in leases and tenancy agreements can pose cost and consumption challenges alike. Understanding how landlords can charge for services, and whether those charges reflect market conditions, is essential.

You must review your lease clauses to pinpoint the charging mechanisms in place, assess their fairness and determine whether there are any controls to ensure your charges remain competitive. This provides a firm foundation for accurate budget forecasting and financial planning.

Our presenters will also discuss why validating service charge bills is important. Uncovering inconsistencies or errors can lead overcharges being recovered through credits or refunds.

Finally, we'll talk about data. Understanding your usage data is increasingly crucial—particularly from an ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting perspective. Accessible consumption data supports more accurate sustainability reporting and better-informed operational decisions in the new year – and beyond.