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Why should you own the freehold to your own block of flats?

Owning the freehold to your block of flats in England can offer several advantages. As the freeholder, you have more control over the management and maintenance of the building. You decide who will manage the building and will have far more say in service charge leve...

Read    21/03/2024

Why do you need to prepare property accounts?

In England and Wale, preparing property accounts is essential for the following reasons: English accounting standards, such as UK Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (UK GAAP) or, if applicable, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) require the appr...

Read    21/03/2024

Household Costs Indices for UK Household Groups

The purpose of the UK Household Costs Indices (HCIs) is to estimate inflation rates experienced by different UK household consumer groups. The Household Costs Indices include owner-occupiers' Housing Costs (CPIH) and the Consumer Prices Index (CPI). These indices hel...

Read    19/03/2024

CMA CEO writes to MP Michael Gove with the results of their investigation into the house-building sector 

.The UK housing market has faced significant challenges for decades, leaving consumers frustrated with affordability, quality, and supply issues. To address these concerns, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) launched an investigation into the house-building ...

Read    18/03/2024

Spring Budget Analysis Hunt's 2024 Spring Budget speech 

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, presented the Budget speech on March 6, 2024. This year's budget was presented with the Chancellor facing limited "fiscal space" within certain self-imposed fiscal rules. The government's core fiscal rule states that debt...

Read    15/03/2024

Co-living: What can the UK learn from the US model, and how far outside the city centre can the model be pushed?

Co-living is a contemporary housing model offered to individuals who want to share in a community-oriented lifestyle and who share similar values. Co-living encourages collaboration of minds and lifestyles in a community environment while affording residents private ...

Read    08/03/2024

The Importance of Residential Building Maintenance. Making Sure That Living in an Apartment is Safe, Comfortable and Sustainable.

Residential buildings serve as the cornerstone of modern living they provide shelter, warmth, comfort, and a safe place to live. Regular maintenance is essential in ensuring that these services continue. Residential building maintenance involves many aspects that are...

Read    04/03/2024

Residential Buildings Insurance: How it Protects Homes and Communities

Residential buildings, and especially blocks of flats of all sizes, are tantamount to providing safety and security for all. The unpredictability of accidents, unforeseen circumstances, and even disasters can add a large amount of risk to living in such buildings. Be...

Read    04/03/2024

Housebuilding in England, Wales & Scotland – What We Make of the Competition & Marketing Authority’s Report

Sarah Cardell, the Chief Executive of the Competions & Marketing Authority (CMA) has, this week, written to the Housing Minister giving details of their market study of the Housing Sector.The no punches pulled report also gives the CMA’s proposals on how the sect...

Read    28/02/2024

Culinary Delights: Exploring the Best Places to Eat Out in Corby and Surrounding Areas

Embark on a journey through the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine at The Royal Tandoori (Corby). Known for its authentic dishes and welcoming ambiance, this restaurant promises a feast for the senses. From aromatic curries to succulent tandoori specialties, each dish...

Read    19/02/2024

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