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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 is a Notice to Quit?

The Notice to Quit applies to rolling agreements, such as weekly or monthly occupancy agreements.

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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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Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

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

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What’s happening to UK house prices?

The UK housing market is a bit volatile. With mortgage rates rising and the cost-of-living crisis looming, property price growth is now falling.The UK housing market is a bit volatile. With mortgage rates rising and the cost-of-living crisis looming, property price g...

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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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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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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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What is Net Zero emissions on a global scale?

Net Zero emissions is a global goal that aims to balance greenhouse gas emissions with their removal from the atmosphere, effectively resulting in no net increase of these gases.

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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 are HMOs, and why is Burnley Council considering stricter regulations for them?

HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation) are properties shared by unrelated individuals. Burnley Council is considering stricter regulations due to concerns about increasing anti-social behaviour, crime, and parking issues in certain areas of the borough.

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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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What changes have been made to the capital gains tax rules?

In the budget of October 2022, the UK government announced that capital gains tax allowance is being reduced by 50 percent. They apply to profits made from selling or disposing of an asset like a buy-to-let property or other asset of value.

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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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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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why does The case of BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing Ltd enforcement a contract for the sale of land?

The case of BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing Ltd is a notable legal case that deals with the interpretation and enforcement of a contract for the sale of land and the consequences of a breach of contract.In this case, BDW Trading Ltd (the claimant) and South An...

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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 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 is Ringley’s Techstack ?

Ringley's techstack is the result of 20 years experience of managing residential real estate and covers everything from transactional leaseup, to the community experience, management of revenue and plant compliance.Technology is no longer an add-on but a lifecycle di...

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Where in Wembley Park can one get authentic Gujarati food?

Ashers Africana serves authentic and vegetarian Gujarati food in the Wembley Park area.

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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 is the average cost of installing a ground source heat pump?

The average cost of installing a ground source heat pump system can range from 10,000 to 20,000 or more for a typical domestic installation in the UK. Still, it depends on various factors, such as the systems size, location of installation, and complexity.

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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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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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The case verifies the reasonability of the service charges, the justification for which the charges were authoritatively imposed and the way the lease terms are to be understood under which such charges are effected.

6 Grantley HouseSummaryThe case 6 Grantley House is an issue where there have been disagreements on service charges which are claimed to have been charged to by the landlord to the tenants to the property. The case verifies the reasonability of the service charges, t...

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What are the transportation options available in Salford?

Salford offers a well-connected transportation network. The city has bus services that cover most areas, and the Metrolink tram system provides convenient travel within Salford and connects to neighboring Manchester. Salford is also well-served by train services, and...

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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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Are UK house prices and rental price affordability getting worse?

As of 2023, rental prices are becoming increasingly unaffordable for people with an average income in the UK. Fewer homes are available for rent now as compared to a decade ago.

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What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

This is a simply a register of who is control of the company i.e. the directors and should reflect the records held at Companies House as any appointments or resignations have to be referred to them by completing them a 288A form.

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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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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:


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.


Read More

What is a Notice to Quit?

The Notice to Quit applies to rolling agreements, such as weekly or monthly occupancy agreements.


Read More

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...


Read More

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

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


Read More

What’s happening to UK house prices?

The UK housing market is a bit volatile. With mortgage rates rising and the cost-of-living crisis looming, property price growth is now falling.The UK housing market is a bit volatile. With mortgage rates rising and the cost-of-living crisis looming, property price g...


Read More

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...


Read More

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

The act will cost nothing and will not raise rents.


Read More

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...


Read More

What is Net Zero emissions on a global scale?

Net Zero emissions is a global goal that aims to balance greenhouse gas emissions with their removal from the atmosphere, effectively resulting in no net increase of these gases.


Read More

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...


Read More

What are HMOs, and why is Burnley Council considering stricter regulations for them?

HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation) are properties shared by unrelated individuals. Burnley Council is considering stricter regulations due to concerns about increasing anti-social behaviour, crime, and parking issues in certain areas of the borough.


Read More

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.


Read More

What changes have been made to the capital gains tax rules?

In the budget of October 2022, the UK government announced that capital gains tax allowance is being reduced by 50 percent. They apply to profits made from selling or disposing of an asset like a buy-to-let property or other asset of value.


Read More

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...


Read More

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...


Read More

why does The case of BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing Ltd enforcement a contract for the sale of land?

The case of BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing Ltd is a notable legal case that deals with the interpretation and enforcement of a contract for the sale of land and the consequences of a breach of contract.In this case, BDW Trading Ltd (the claimant) and South An...


Read More

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.


Read More

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.


Read More

What is Ringley’s Techstack ?

Ringley's techstack is the result of 20 years experience of managing residential real estate and covers everything from transactional leaseup, to the community experience, management of revenue and plant compliance.Technology is no longer an add-on but a lifecycle di...


Read More

Where in Wembley Park can one get authentic Gujarati food?

Ashers Africana serves authentic and vegetarian Gujarati food in the Wembley Park area.


Read More

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.


Read More

What is the average cost of installing a ground source heat pump?

The average cost of installing a ground source heat pump system can range from 10,000 to 20,000 or more for a typical domestic installation in the UK. Still, it depends on various factors, such as the systems size, location of installation, and complexity.


Read More

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.


Read More

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

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


Read More

The case verifies the reasonability of the service charges, the justification for which the charges were authoritatively imposed and the way the lease terms are to be understood under which such charges are effected.

6 Grantley HouseSummaryThe case 6 Grantley House is an issue where there have been disagreements on service charges which are claimed to have been charged to by the landlord to the tenants to the property. The case verifies the reasonability of the service charges, t...


Read More

What are the transportation options available in Salford?

Salford offers a well-connected transportation network. The city has bus services that cover most areas, and the Metrolink tram system provides convenient travel within Salford and connects to neighboring Manchester. Salford is also well-served by train services, and...


Read More

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.


Read More

Are UK house prices and rental price affordability getting worse?

As of 2023, rental prices are becoming increasingly unaffordable for people with an average income in the UK. Fewer homes are available for rent now as compared to a decade ago.


Read More

What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

This is a simply a register of who is control of the company i.e. the directors and should reflect the records held at Companies House as any appointments or resignations have to be referred to them by completing them a 288A form.


Read More

Which is the free running track in London?

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


Read More