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The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

You do have a say, any demand over 250 for any 1 service charge payer must be subject to statutory section 20 consultation (up to 3 notices of 30 days each) the notices are 'statutory consultation' and you have 30 days to make observations, all such observations MUST...

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What is a coworking space?

A coworking space is a designated workspace where individuals from different professions or organizations work together in a shared environment.

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What are the consequences of not signing the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC'?

Failure to sign the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC' can lead to the developers being banned from commencing or completing developments in England. Developers who choose not to join or are expelled from the associated Responsible Actors Scheme (RAS) will be liste...

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What is the significance of Newham Council's prosecution against Chaplair Ltd?

It marks a historic moment, Newham becoming the first UK local authority to legally pursue a building owner for failing to remove flammable cladding, emphasising the council's commitment to resident safety.

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What is an ownership register?

An ownership register is the legal register of who currently owns the lease at a certain point in time. A lease will always set out the original parties when it was first created, thereafter the lease is (assigned) to each subsequent purchaser. It is the registration...

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Whether the residential leaseholder, Leon di Marco, would be in breach of the terms of his lease by letting on short-term tenancies, and whether the freehold company, Morshead Mansions Ltd, is entitled to forfeit the lease.

Morshead Mansions Ltd v Leon di Marco [2014] EWCA Civ 96SummaryAnother very important case related to the fights for enforcement of lease covenants and application of equitable principles under property law is Morshead Mansions Ltd v Leon di Marco [2014] EWCA Civ 96....

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What is Coliving?

It is a mathematical certainty that Coliving will be a success and major part of future UK housing stock. For some entry level Apartments are the only opportunity to try to hit the goal of not spending more than 35-40% of income on housing expenses.

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What to expect while living in Wembley?

Living in Wembley is a highly satisfying experience as it has many amenities and excellent transportation facilities. The food, music, and entertainment scene is buzzing too.

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How many empty homes are there in the UK; government figures?

The latest figures (2022) show a huge increase in the number of long-term empty homes across every region in the UK. Government figures released in November 2022, show the number of long-term empty homes has risen by around 20,000 compared to last year. The number o...

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What causes condensation and mould, and why are both dangerous to human health?

The mould associated with condensation is formed by the presence of humidity and moisture in the air and in spaces where there is poor ventilation and/or no heating facilities. The mould is dangerous to health as it can directly affect the respiratory system and caus...

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What happens if the How to Rent Guide is not shared with tenants?

The How to Rent Guide forms part of the prescribed information landlords must issue to their tenants. If a landlord fails to issue the How to Rent Guide to their tenants, the landlord cannot implement the right to end a tenancy using Section 21 of The Housing Act 1988.

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What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

The Infrastructure Levy will replace CIL, Section 106, and affordable housing contributions with a single flat-rate levy.

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What is the difference between a freehold and a leasehold property?

The main difference between a freehold and a leasehold property lies in the ownership rights and duration of ownership:- Freehold Property: When you own a freehold property, you have complete ownership of both the building and the land it stands on. You hold the p...

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My garage roof and sidewall have now big gaps in it, everything is ruined in my garage, this could have been caused by the erection of a new Morrison Building next door, have asked the Management Company and they have said its not down to them and no.

Depending on how close to you the morrisons building was you might have been supposed to be protected by the party wall act procedures. I'd start by sending photos and threat to Morrisons. Yes you could get the buildings insurance involved, but probably to be covered...

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How is the case of Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams [1988] explores the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in the context of secure tenancies?

The case of Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams [1988] is an important decision in UK caselaw that explores the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in the context of secure tenancies.Mrs. Williams, a Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association tenant, ...

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What are the responsibilities that the parties contract out of regarding statutory obligations that pertain to the repair and maintenance of dwelling houses

The case of Fishbourne Developments Ltd v Stephens [2020] EWCA CivSummaryThe case of Fishbourne Developments Ltd v Stephens [2020] EWCA Civ 1704 is about a dispute between a lease and, in particular, the responsibilities that the parties contract out of regarding sta...

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What is a management agent?

A management agent or managing agent is a company appointed by a Freeholder of a block of flats, or residents or the original developer of the block whose main purpose is to ensure the building is maintained to satisfactory levels in terms of the general upkeep and d...

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What do they look for in a building survey?

"With a building survey the customer gets the opportunity to increase the scope, for example: to report on loading and rearrangement of the property for conversion or extension. In general, the report includes details on:Major and minor defects and their meaning,Damp...

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The failure of the defendant in its duties if there existed any, and the remedies the plaintiffs were to be accorded.

Harry Johnson, June Johnson and Others vs County Bideford LtdSummaryHarry Johnson, June Johnson and Others vs Co District Bideford Ltd Corporation Ltd is a case pitting the plaintiffs, who include Harry Johnson and June Johnson and other co-claimants against the defe...

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What is an appropriate platform for the resident self-service feature?

A collaborative, integrated, user-friendly, and cloud-based technology portal is suitable for improving property management through a self-service platform.

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What are Service Charge Accounts?

The service charge accounts are the most relevant accounts to the owners as they explain what money has been collected (based on the budget) and what was spent. Service charge accounts are NOT FOR PROFIT which means that if less was spent than budgeted - there will b...

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When did the nutrient neutrality regulations come into effect?

The nutrient neutrality laws came into force after a ruling by the European Court of Justice in 2019.

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The case mainly concerns the rights arising under a property agreement and the rights of the recalcitrant parties in the question under the law of English property.

Mrs. Adrienne Joan Ralphs -vs- Mr. Henry Charles PeacheySummaryThe following is a case on the enforcement of property agreement and property rights and interests. The case mainly concerns the rights arising under a property agreement and the rights of the recalcitran...

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Are the 2022 UK rent freeze and rent caps in the UK applicable to all UK renters?

No, only those on housing benefits will be affected by the Local Housing Allowance rent frees and only those in the social rented homes sector will be affected by the seven percent rent cap - both announced in Jeremy Hunts Autumn 2022 announcement.

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How is the case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care?

The case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] is an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care.In this instance, a young girl named Poppy was placed in foster care under Sheffie...

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Why are experts predicting a house price crash in the UK in 2023?

Rising mortgage rates are affecting the capability of people to buy a home even as property prices are falling steadily.

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What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

Environmental strategies within the context of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) refer to the actions that companies take to address environmental risks and opportunities, and to promote sustainability and responsible resource use. These strategies can incl...

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How many TDS tenancy deposit disputes were there in 2021 to 2022?

31,000 adjudications up from the previous year. Only clear and regular communication can mitigate instances of disputes between the landlords and the tenants.

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Are social landlords also required to meet the EPC C target by 2030?

Although social landlords are encouraged to improve energy efficiency, the 2030 EPC C target has not been mandated yet for social landlords. That said, both the Conservative government and now the Labour government have set aside money via the Social Housing Decarbo...

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Which is the free running track in London?

The running track at Regent's Park is free to use.

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What our customers are asking:

The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

What is a coworking space?

A coworking space is a designated workspace where individuals from different professions or organizations work together in a shared environment.

What are the consequences of not signing the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC'?

What is the significance of Newham Council's prosecution against Chaplair Ltd?

What is an ownership register?

Whether the residential leaseholder, Leon di Marco, would be in breach of the terms of his lease by letting on short-term tenancies, and whether the freehold company, Morshead Mansions Ltd, is entitled to forfeit the lease.

What is Coliving?

What to expect while living in Wembley?

Living in Wembley is a highly satisfying experience as it has many amenities and excellent transportation facilities. The food, music, and entertainment scene is buzzing too.

How many empty homes are there in the UK; government figures?

What causes condensation and mould, and why are both dangerous to human health?

What happens if the How to Rent Guide is not shared with tenants?

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

The Infrastructure Levy will replace CIL, Section 106, and affordable housing contributions with a single flat-rate levy.

What is the difference between a freehold and a leasehold property?

My garage roof and sidewall have now big gaps in it, everything is ruined in my garage, this could have been caused by the erection of a new Morrison Building next door, have asked the Management Company and they have said its not down to them and no.

How is the case of Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams [1988] explores the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in the context of secure tenancies?

What are the responsibilities that the parties contract out of regarding statutory obligations that pertain to the repair and maintenance of dwelling houses

What is a management agent?

What do they look for in a building survey?

The failure of the defendant in its duties if there existed any, and the remedies the plaintiffs were to be accorded.

What is an appropriate platform for the resident self-service feature?

A collaborative, integrated, user-friendly, and cloud-based technology portal is suitable for improving property management through a self-service platform.

What are Service Charge Accounts?

When did the nutrient neutrality regulations come into effect?

The nutrient neutrality laws came into force after a ruling by the European Court of Justice in 2019.

The case mainly concerns the rights arising under a property agreement and the rights of the recalcitrant parties in the question under the law of English property.

Are the 2022 UK rent freeze and rent caps in the UK applicable to all UK renters?

How is the case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care?

Why are experts predicting a house price crash in the UK in 2023?

Rising mortgage rates are affecting the capability of people to buy a home even as property prices are falling steadily.

What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

How many TDS tenancy deposit disputes were there in 2021 to 2022?

31,000 adjudications up from the previous year. Only clear and regular communication can mitigate instances of disputes between the landlords and the tenants.

Are social landlords also required to meet the EPC C target by 2030?

Which is the free running track in London?

The running track at Regent's Park is free to use.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

What is a coworking space?

What are the consequences of not signing the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC'?

What is the significance of Newham Council's prosecution against Chaplair Ltd?

What is an ownership register?

Whether the residential leaseholder, Leon di Marco, would be in breach of the terms of his lease by letting on short-term tenancies, and whether the freehold company, Morshead Mansions Ltd, is entitled to forfeit the lease.

What is Coliving?

What to expect while living in Wembley?

How many empty homes are there in the UK; government figures?

What causes condensation and mould, and why are both dangerous to human health?

What happens if the How to Rent Guide is not shared with tenants?

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

What is the difference between a freehold and a leasehold property?

My garage roof and sidewall have now big gaps in it, everything is ruined in my garage, this could have been caused by the erection of a new Morrison Building next door, have asked the Management Company and they have said its not down to them and no.

How is the case of Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams [1988] explores the rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in the context of secure tenancies?

What are the responsibilities that the parties contract out of regarding statutory obligations that pertain to the repair and maintenance of dwelling houses

What is a management agent?

What do they look for in a building survey?

The failure of the defendant in its duties if there existed any, and the remedies the plaintiffs were to be accorded.

What is an appropriate platform for the resident self-service feature?

What are Service Charge Accounts?

When did the nutrient neutrality regulations come into effect?

The case mainly concerns the rights arising under a property agreement and the rights of the recalcitrant parties in the question under the law of English property.

Are the 2022 UK rent freeze and rent caps in the UK applicable to all UK renters?

How is the case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care?

Why are experts predicting a house price crash in the UK in 2023?

What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

How many TDS tenancy deposit disputes were there in 2021 to 2022?

Are social landlords also required to meet the EPC C target by 2030?

Which is the free running track in London?

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