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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

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

Read    19/02/2024

Culinary Wonders: Discovering the Finest Places to Eat in Corby and Surrounds

Corby was a grand little foodie haven in Northamptonshire, hosting all the cuisines of restaurants one could ever wish for. No matter where you have grown up or would like to visit, Corby or the areas near it have to be given a try regarding meals. The following are ...

Read    19/02/2024

Build to rent developments will have to pay new building safety levy

The UK government recently announced it would include Build to rent developments in its latest building safety levy framework. This thwarts campaigns to exclude them because Build to Rent developments are not sold to leaseholders so Build to Rent developers already h...

Read    16/02/2024

Strong signs of regained stability are visible in the London rental markets

The London rental market is showing strong signs of returning to its pre-pandemic state. According to a recent report (by Foxtons), applicant demand decreased 24 percent from month to month. This is in line with the typical seasonal decline observed in the lettings m...

Read    16/02/2024

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill advances

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill continues to be in the limelight. In accordance with the commitments made in the King's Speech, it was presented to Parliament on November 27, 2023.

Read    15/02/2024

Open Banking - Concerns, benefits and other vital aspects of this powerful platform

Open Banking has been acknowledged as a wonderful technology that can bring far-reaching changes to the housing sector in the UK. However, there are many misconceptions in the stakeholders' minds regarding the technology's effectiveness. Is it a secure resource for a...

Read    15/02/2024

Service Charge Guidance

Ther are 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 that could well affect your legal duty to pay a property service charge. Property service costs are ...

Read    14/02/2024

The New Block Management Code of Practice. Will it Boost Service Delivery?

Finally new block management code of practice is being developed that we hope will improve the service that leaseholders can expect to get from their managing agent. This will help you to select your managing agent.

Read    14/02/2024

Flat Owners Fire Door Inspections Increase Service Charges

We discussed the practical implications of the new Fire Safety Act for managing agents and leaseholders elsewhere. In this blog, we examine service charges

Read    14/02/2024

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