Block Management Reading

Reading 's No 1 Managing agent

Block and Estate Management is about the minutia done well: the role of a Managing Agent is technical, administrative, practical and political. It takes joined up thinking to do what we do well as well as sufficient resource to react to whatever is necessary day-to-day.

As a Managing Agent we know our true business is building relationships with people. Our people are empowered and know that they can make a difference to how people feel about where they live. We call our 'Property Manager's 'Relationship Managers’ to embody our values which are to build relationships, add value, and to take the initiative. We lead the market in transparency and focusing on risk, cash, repairs and place making, usually in that order, and was the first Managing Agent to introduce a ' money back guarantee ’.

Being who we are would be impossible without our passionately committed people, whose qualifications we sponsor and who we support professionally to be the best they can be, as achieving a national training award and our Silver IIP status confirms.

Block Management Packages

An online service, like internet banking: we run demands, arrears, service charge accounts & legal admin, you set the budget and upload invoices to pay

How to change Managing Agent

Changing Managing Agent needn’t be daunting, we have a team dedicated to gathering information, benchmarking leases and setting up plant registers

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Ringley’s Top 10 Tips

There’s a lot you need to know to run the service charge properly: politics, law, building pathology, financial accounting, company matters, here’s a few tips

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Can’t afford a Managing Agent?

We understand the minimum fees of a full block management service may be prohibitive to small blocks – that’s why we created
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Regulated by

The Ringley Group is regulated by all three major bodies - Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and the Financial Conduct Authority.

Members of

We have professional memberships in The Property Institute, The Association of Rental Living, The Institute of Fire Safety Managers, Chartered Association of Building Engineers.

We empower teams out on site

Site staff are the eyes and ears of the developments we manage, they are fully connected to our customer relationship management systems. The work they do is visible to residents, e.g., day books and end of shift inspections on the Ringley Gateway portal.

We see success as the emotional connection of each resident to where they live, so the task is simple... to empower site teams to make a difference on resident at a time.

We hire and place a range of site staff including: Concierge, Caretakers, Housekeeping, Cleaners, Gardeners, Maintenance Engineers and more…
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Block Management Overview

Block and Estate Management is about the minutia done well: the role of a Managing Agent is technical, administrative, practical and political. It takes joined up thinking from a multi-disciplined team with one eye on the strategic long term plan and with sufficient resource to react to whatever is necessary day-to-day: the skills that block and estate management spans are: politics, building pathology, finance, legal knowhow and of course customer service too.

As a leading Managing Agent, we are a one-stop-property shop. We understand that our role is sometimes signposting Clients to get expert advice and supporting them to interpret such advice and make decisions. We support and help owners reach out to government and other local services where matters are beyond our day-to-day block management remit.

As a Managing Agent we know our true business is building relationships with people. Our people are empowered and know that they can make a difference to how people feel about where they live. We call our 'Property Manager's 'Relationship Managers' as our focus which is written up in our values is (a) to build relationships, (b) add value, and (c) to take the initiative: to us this means managing relationships. We lead the market in transparency and focusing on risk, cash, repairs and place making, usually in that order, and was the first Managing Agent to introduce a 'money back guarantee'.

We are not shy of hard work and believe our ability to get stuck in and find solutions that sets us apart. We are innovative to the core and committed to implementing good ideas in pursuit of 5* service.

Being who we are would be impossible without our passionately committed people, whose qualifications we sponsor and who we support professionally to be the best they can be, as achieving a national training award and our Silver IIP status confirms.


Block Management Reviews

"Very nice property. Grocery stories, restaurants, pubs, train station, bus services are all within proximity. Nice location. We find it to be a perfect space for our family. Staff is also very nice and cooperative."

Pranika Batra 25 days ago

"The lettings agent was very helpful and ensured a smooth process"

Louis 28 days ago

"We have had a problem with noise from the flat above us in Lady Isle House Ferry Court Cardiff. We contacted a Mr Paul Staniforth who immediately became involved and addressed the situation. We really do appreciate what he has done for us and cannot thank him enough. Once again a big thank you to Mr Staniforth. The noise above was intolerable."

Shane, 2 days ago

We work alongside those deploying capital: our VirginLand by Ringley identify sites, our capital markets team work on equity and debt, our Asset Managers act as Employer’s Agent during the build for Project Monitoring. Towards Practical Completion we will be preparing always to mobilse new assets, take plant handover, recruit great teams and lease up fast.

Institutions

We work to enhance the value of our Client’s asset and demonstrate good governance. To us this means engaging with leaseholders, residents and other stakeholders to ensure they are engaged with the management of each development.

Investors

Our aim is to make Management Company Directors feel empowered: to us this means 100% transparency and advising them of the options available to support decision making. We know volunteer directors have a day job, so work to delivery what they need in a timely manner and guide them on the decisions we need.

Management Companies

Within The Ringley Group we have a range of professional practices to enable transactions: Land Find, Valuers, Surveyors, Engineers and of course Ringley Law.
We work closely with official receivers, asset owners, lenders and tax consultants to support property owners throughout each assets lifecycle.

Home Owners

We work alongside those deploying capital: our VirginLand by Ringley identify sites, our capital markets team work on equity and debt, our Asset Managers act as Employer’s Agent during the build for Project Monitoring. Towards Practical Completion we will be preparing always to mobilse new assets, take plant handover, recruit great teams and lease up fast.
We work to enhance the value of our Client’s asset and demonstrate good governance. To us this means engaging with leaseholders, residents and other stakeholders to ensure they are engaged with the management of each development.
Our aim is to make Management Company Directors feel empowered: to us this means 100% transparency and advising them of the options available to support decision making. We know volunteer directors have a day job, so work to delivery what they need in a timely manner and guide them on the decisions we need.
Within The Ringley Group we have a range of professional practices to enable transactions: Land Find, Valuers, Surveyors, Engineers and of course Ringley Law.
We work closely with official receivers, asset owners, lenders and tax consultants to support property owners throughout each assets lifecycle.
Why Ringley?

Ringley is a group of companies. We are a diverse bunch with far reaching expertise in law, engineering, fire surveying and facilities management. Our data-led in-sourced model will save you money and we will listen, understand your goals and get things done. We are innovative and solutions oriented.

We promise:
  • 100% transparency
  • to find solutions
  • focused committed people

We're confident our teams will rise to any challenge, so... if you're not happy after 6 months, we will do the right thing

Why Ringley?

As a group of companies we are a diverse bunch with enough experts on board to be a one-stop-property-shop. We listen and align to each Client's goals so each of us knows what needs to be done all the while remaining innovative and solutions oriented - as a team - One Ringley.

We promise:
  • 100% transparency
  • to network and find solutions
  • focused committed people

We're confident our teams will rise to any challenge presented, so...
If you're not happy after 6 months, we will do the right thing

Our Block Management Leaders

The key to our success is our people

Kate Robinson
Head of Block Management
London & SE
Richard Read
Head of Block Management
Wales & West
Andrew Selwyn
Managing Director
South West
Nick Pratt
National Head of Site Staff
Block Management

Richard

Cardiff Office

Head of Block Management - Wales & West

Kate

London Office

Head of Block Management - London & SE

Nick

London Office

Block Management - National Head of Site Staff


Everything you need to know about Reading

Best places to eat out in Reading

History of Reading

Most prestigious roads in Reading

Things to do in Reading

Reading - Cultural Scene

History of Reading

Reading, located in Berkshire, England, has a rich history that spans centuries. Here's an overview:

  • Saxon Beginnings: Reading originated as a Saxon settlement in the 6th century, named after "Reada's people," a Saxon tribe. Its strategic location at the confluence of the River Thames and River Kennet made it ideal for trade and agriculture.

  • Medieval Prosperity: The founding of Reading Abbey by King Henry I in 1121 marked a significant milestone. The Abbey became a major religious and cultural center, attracting pilgrims and boosting the local economy.

  • English Civil War: Reading's strategic position made it a key battleground during the English Civil War. The town endured sieges and significant damage but demonstrated resilience in rebuilding.

  • Industrial Growth: The 19th century saw Reading transform into an industrial hub, particularly known for its brewing and biscuit manufacturing industries.

Today, Reading is a thriving town that blends its historical heritage with modern development.

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Most prestigious roads in Reading

Reading, located in Berkshire, has several prestigious roads and areas known for their charm and desirability. Here are some highlights:

  • The King's Road: Known for its elegant Georgian-style properties and modern apartments, this road offers proximity to Reading Station and the Oracle shopping center.

  • Rosemead: A sought-after neighborhood on the outskirts of Reading, featuring spacious homes, tree-lined streets, and a tranquil suburban environment.

  • Henley-on-Thames: While slightly outside Reading, this riverside area is famous for its historic charm, cobblestone streets, and luxurious properties.

These areas reflect Reading's blend of historical charm and modern living.

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Best places to eat out in Reading

Reading offers a variety of excellent dining options. Here are some top picks:

  • : Located at Riverside, The Oracle, Reading, RG1 2AG, this vibrant restaurant serves Latin American cuisine. Contact: 0118 907 1980.

  • : Situated at 20 The Riverside, The Oracle Shopping Centre, Reading RG1 2AG, it offers delicious Italian dishes. Contact: 0118 996 2111.

  • : Found at 1 King Street, Reading, RG1 2HG, this spot specializes in Vietnamese street food. Contact: 0118 391 4648.

  • : Located at 2-4 London Street, Reading RG1 4PN, this brasserie is known for its modern British cuisine. Contact: 0118 950 5036.

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Things to do in Reading

Here are things to do:

Reading Museum, Blagrave Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1, has a wide selection, including the Atrium, specialising in archaeology, with huge mosaics from Roman Silchester, and 20th century ceramics. The Bayeux Gallery shows Britain's famous full-size version of the mangificent Bayeux Tapestry. There is a section on Reading's environment, landscape and wildlife, with an array of geological and natural history specimens. The Silchester Gallery shows finds from the renowned collection of artefacts, excavated from the Roman town near Silchester. The Story of Reading Gallery, explores Reading's history, from its origins as a Saxon settlement in the 6th century, right up to the present day. 

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Reading - Cultural Scene

Reading Abbey, Abbey Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1, is a large, ruined abbey in the centre of Reading. It was founded in 1121 by King Henry I (r.1100-1135); "for the salvation of my soul, and the souls of King William, my father, and of King William, my brother, and Queen Maud, my wife, and all my ancestors and successors". 

The Reading Abbey Quarter, has a fascinating 900 years of history. It was once the site of one of Europe's largest royal monasteries. The Abbey Ruins are fascinating to see; and the Abbey Gateway, is a large part of what remains of Reading Abbey. Nearby, a lovely park can be found at Forbury Gardens. 
 

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