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Understanding Service Charge Collection and Banking Rules for Self-Managed Small Blocks of Flats

When self-managing small blocks of flats, one of the key responsibilities of the community is the collection and banking of service charges. Service charges have to be collected to fund ongoing maintenance, repairs, and management of the property. However, understand...

Read    22/11/2023

A Guide to Civil Procedure Rules for Litigating and Collecting Service Charge Debts in UK County Courts

In the UK, litigating and collecting service charge debts involves navigating specific civil procedure rules. Here we aim to provide a comprehensive guide to the procedures and regulations that must be followed when pursuing such cases in UK county courts. Understand...

Read    20/11/2023

Self-Managing Your Block of Flats vs. Appointing a Managing Agent: Exploring the Pros and Cons

When managing a block of flats, leasehold property owners have two primary options: self-management or appointing a managing agent. Each approach comes with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. In this article, we will explore the pros and cons of self-managi...

Read    20/11/2023

The Dangers and Pitfalls of Employing a Low-Cost Managing Agent

Introduction: In property management, low-cost managing agents have gained popularity because of their cheapness. However, it is essential to understand the potential dangers and pitfalls associated with employing such agents. In this article, we will explore what a ...

Read    16/11/2023

Understanding the Legal Responsibilities of Property Managers and Property Administrators in UK Law

Property management in the UK involves many legal responsibilities and obligations for property managers and property administrators. These professionals are crucial in ensuring residential and commercial properties' efficient operation and maintenance. In this artic...

Read    16/11/2023

Remedies for Leaseholders with an Absentee Landlord: Protecting Your Rights under UK Landlord and Tenant Law

IntroductionLiving under an absentee landlord can present significant challenges for leaseholders. When service charges remain uncollected, it can lead to not only insurance lapses but also disrepair within the building. Fortunately, there are remedies available to l...

Read    16/11/2023

What distinguishes a self-managed block of flats and one overseen by a managing agent?

Managing agents have professional expertise, experience, and qualifications in property management. They understand legal requirements, financial management, maintenance procedures, and dispute resolution. Self-managed blocks of flats, on the other hand, rely on the ...

Read    15/11/2023

What is Ground Rent and Service Charge?

A long leaseholder owns a leasehold interest in property for a long period of time. This tends to be from 99 years and upwards. They have the the rights to occupy and use this property, subject to the terms of the lease, which, if not a new build, will bind them to p...

Read    13/11/2023

Property Service charge Guidance

A number of factors, including your unique situation, the terms of your lease or rental agreement, and the applicable rules and regulations in your community, may affect your legal duty to pay a property service charge. Property service costs are associated with leas...

Read    02/11/2023

Will the new block management code boost service delivery?

If you've ever found finding the right property manager to be hit-and-miss, the good news is that a new block management code of practice is being developed to improve the service leaseholders can expect from their managing agents.

Read    30/10/2023

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