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Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

Mr. Michael Gove is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet under Rishi Sunak.

The future Management of your block after RTM

On the Acquisition Date of your RTM Company, all existing management contracts end automatically unless otherwise agreed upon by the RTM Company in advance. Therefore, a prospective and vetted managing agent is ready BEFORE the Acquisition Date. The RTM Company will ...

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We have a number of electric heaters in the common areas. The directors mindful of the costs of running such heaters wish to keep the heat level down. However some owners, and more often or not tenants wish the temperature to be higher. Has anyone had any experience of this and can recommend a minimum temperature.

the answer is it would be unlikely that the lease requires there to be heaters int he common parts 99% of blocks do not have heaters in the common parts if one were to choose what temperature they should be at I would suggest adopt the usual temperature level recomme...

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What exactly is a party wall?

t forms part of a building and stands astride the boundary of land belonging to two (or more) different owners orIt separates buildings and it either stands astride the boundary of land belonging to two (or more) different owners.

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A complaint involving the reasonableness and the equity of service charges being levied on Mr. Mullaney by the lessor, Maybourne.

Mullaney v. Maybourne Grange (Croydon) Management Co [1986] 1 E.G.L.R.70 SummarySummaryThe case of Mullaney v Maybourne Grange (Croydon) Management Co. [1986] 1 E.G.L.R. 70 is argued over a complaint involving the reasonableness and the equity of service charges bein...

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What is forfeiture?

Forfeiture is essentially an action to terminate a lease in accordance with the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954. Since February 2005 for residential properties it is a requirement to first seek sanction that the proposed act you intend to rely on to forfeit a lease is a...

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What is Ringley’s sustainability Strategy & Policy?

In 2025 The 2030 agenda for sustainable development was adopted by all United Nations member states. Recognised globally, it provides a shared blueprint and at its heart are 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs), which are an urgent call for action by all countries...

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How do I apply to the Tribunal for an appointed property manager?

To apply to the tribunal for an appointed property manager, you would generally follow these steps:- Review the eligibility criteria: Familiarize yourself with the specific eligibility requirements for applying to the tribunal for an appointed property manager. Th...

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What are the Top UK BTR hotspots?

Birmingham Build to Rent (BTR)London Build to Rent (BTR)Liverpool Build to Rent (BTR)Bristol Build to Rent (BTR)Manchester Build to Rent (BTR)Leeds Build to Rent (BTR)Leicster Build to Rent (BTR)Newcastle upon Tyne Build to Rent (BTR)Southampton Build to Rent (BTR)No...

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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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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 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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Can leaseholders change property management company?

This depends on how the lease is originally structured from inception i.e. when the flats were initially built by the developer or Freeholder (or both). Normally the developer will have a preferred managing agent they work with during the build process to set service...

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What is the real living wage in London?

The real living wage in London is (£)11.95. This compares against the proposed National Living Wage rise which will come into force from April 1, 2023 to 10.40 (up from the present (£)9.50).

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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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Which regions in the UK have the highest concentration of holiday homes?

The South West region, particularly areas like South Hams in Devon and Cornwall, has the highest concentration of holiday homes. Other areas like Wales, North Norfolk, and the Isle of Anglesey also have significant numbers of holiday homes.

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How much can council tax premiums be increased, and when will this change occur?

Local authorities in Wales have had the authority to impose council tax premiums of up to 100 percent since April 2017. From April 2023, this maximum premium will increase to 300 percent, indicating a more substantial financial incentive for property owners to take a...

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Which towns and cities in the UK are the most popular Build to Rent (BTR) locations after London?

Leeds, Manchester, and Birmingham became the focus of BTR projects after London.

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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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What makes Wembley Park a suitable place to live?

Low crime rates and proximity to public transport make Wembley Park a suitable place to live.

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Will the Labour Party ban all except first-time buyers from buying new homes?

In 2023 as a proposal to curb overseas buyers and give fist time buyers a better chance of getting on the housing ladder, the labour party wants agents to be banned from selling new homes to anyone who has previously owned a home. The proposal has met widespread crit...

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4. Does the freehold ownership change after the Right to Manage?

Freehold ownership remains with the freeholder despite the formation of an RTM company.

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What are the different parks in Wembley?

Wembley Park has several scenic parks, including Elvin Gardens and Arena Square.

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Are there any software systems available for coworking management?

Many software systems are available for this purpose, and they support you in creating the foundation of your coworking community space.

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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 much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

The prices of solar panels have dropped by over 88 percent since 2010. For a typical terraced house the installation cost is circa 10,000 and most likely would produce at least 50 percent of the energy required.

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How do you get rid of Silverfish?

Some simple advice to get rid of silverfish if you are a leaseholder in a block of flats are:Remove their food source: you don’t want to be sharing food with pests, so seal your dried goods in airtight containers. If silverfish won’t be able to access their favored m...

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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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Will the Renting Home Act cost tenants money or result in higher rents?

The act will cost nothing and will not raise rents.

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

Mr. Michael Gove is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet under Rishi Sunak.

The future Management of your block after RTM

We have a number of electric heaters in the common areas. The directors mindful of the costs of running such heaters wish to keep the heat level down. However some owners, and more often or not tenants wish the temperature to be higher. Has anyone had any experience of this and can recommend a minimum temperature.

What exactly is a party wall?

A complaint involving the reasonableness and the equity of service charges being levied on Mr. Mullaney by the lessor, Maybourne.

What is forfeiture?

What is Ringley’s sustainability Strategy & Policy?

How do I apply to the Tribunal for an appointed property manager?

What are the Top UK BTR hotspots?

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

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

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

Can leaseholders change property management company?

What is the real living wage in London?

The real living wage in London is (£)11.95. This compares against the proposed National Living Wage rise which will come into force from April 1, 2023 to 10.40 (up from the present (£)9.50).

What is a management agent?

What do they look for in a building survey?

Which regions in the UK have the highest concentration of holiday homes?

How much can council tax premiums be increased, and when will this change occur?

Which towns and cities in the UK are the most popular Build to Rent (BTR) locations after London?

Leeds, Manchester, and Birmingham became the focus of BTR projects after London.

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.

What makes Wembley Park a suitable place to live?

Low crime rates and proximity to public transport make Wembley Park a suitable place to live.

Will the Labour Party ban all except first-time buyers from buying new homes?

4. Does the freehold ownership change after the Right to Manage?

Freehold ownership remains with the freeholder despite the formation of an RTM company.

What are the different parks in Wembley?

Wembley Park has several scenic parks, including Elvin Gardens and Arena Square.

Are there any software systems available for coworking management?

Many software systems are available for this purpose, and they support you in creating the foundation of your coworking community space.

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.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

The future Management of your block after RTM

What exactly is a party wall?

A complaint involving the reasonableness and the equity of service charges being levied on Mr. Mullaney by the lessor, Maybourne.

What is forfeiture?

What is Ringley’s sustainability Strategy & Policy?

How do I apply to the Tribunal for an appointed property manager?

What are the Top UK BTR hotspots?

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

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

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

Can leaseholders change property management company?

What is the real living wage in London?

What is a management agent?

What do they look for in a building survey?

Which regions in the UK have the highest concentration of holiday homes?

How much can council tax premiums be increased, and when will this change occur?

Which towns and cities in the UK are the most popular Build to Rent (BTR) locations after London?

When did the nutrient neutrality regulations come into effect?

What makes Wembley Park a suitable place to live?

Will the Labour Party ban all except first-time buyers from buying new homes?

4. Does the freehold ownership change after the Right to Manage?

What are the different parks in Wembley?

Are there any software systems available for coworking management?

What to expect while living in Wembley?

How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

How do you get rid of Silverfish?

Which is the free running track in London?

Will the Renting Home Act cost tenants money or result in higher rents?

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