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The Rise of Off-Market
Acquisitions in 2026

Why an increasing share of UK real estate transactions are happening away from the open market — and what it means for buyers.

Across the UK real estate market, off-market transactions now account for a growing share of total deal volume. For buyers with clear acquisition criteria, off-market routes offer access to opportunities before they reach wider competition — often resulting in better pricing, cleaner terms, and faster execution.

Why off-market activity is increasing

Landowners and vendors are increasingly cautious about the time, cost, and exposure involved in a full open-market process. Many prefer a discreet, targeted approach that puts their asset in front of a small number of credible, qualified buyers rather than the broader market. At the same time, well-capitalised buyers are willing to move quickly and pay fair value to secure certainty — making direct, relationship-led approaches increasingly attractive to both sides.

How TMP sources off-market opportunities

Our origination team maintains an active dialogue with landowners, developers, agents, and institutional holders across every asset class we cover — from strategic land and consented developments to hotels, industrial, and PBSA. This continuous market presence means we are frequently the first call when an owner is considering a disposal, well before any formal marketing process begins.

What this means for buyers

For clients with a defined requirement, working with TMP on a buy-side basis means access to a pipeline of opportunities that may never be publicly marketed. We manage the process from initial introduction through due diligence, negotiation, and completion — providing focused, conflict-free representation throughout.

If you have an acquisition requirement and would like to discuss how we can help you access off-market opportunities, our team would be glad to talk it through.

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