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What level of insurance commissions is normal at First port and Estates and Management?
In a case due to be heard at Tribunal in January 2024, Brian White alleges that FirstPort imposes charges on leaseholders and threatens late payment fees to discourage challenging insurance premiums. The property concerned is Hollin Bank Court in Blackburn and White...
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1. What is the court appointment for a manager?
The court appointment of a manager is a legal process through which a court appoints a third party, typically a professional property manager, to assume the management and administration of a property or a specific aspect of its management. This process usually occur...
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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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Who can have claims brought against them?
Claims can be brought against manufacturers of construction products, and all other economic operators (e.g. distributors) in the supply and marketing of construction products. It will depend on which party is responsible for the product being mis-sold, inherently de...
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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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What are the Top UK BTR hotspots?
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When did the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 come into force?
The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 came into force on August 1, 2022, after receiving Royal Assent.
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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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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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How long does it take to get an EPC?
Landlords or sellers can get a call within 48 hours of filling out a form. The survey must be done within 10 days. The EPC is provided the day after the assessment is completed.
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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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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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I can’t attend the AGM meeting. Can I still vote?
Yes. Please complete the Proxy Form and then another attendee can vote on your behalf.
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What are the new energy efficiency rules for the private rental sector in the UK?
The UK government is proposing to raise the minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating to a band C by 2025 for new tenancies and for all tenancies by 2028.
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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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What are permitted development rights (PDR)?
PDR, or Permitted development rights, are planning rights to develop without the need to jump through all the hoops that the normal planning process requires. For example, in 2013 permitted development rights were given for office-to-residential conversion in most a...
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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 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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Kennet House, 2008, City of WestminsterSummaryThe case of Kennet House, 2008, relates a disputable case that has come to service charges and legionnaire’s' rights. This case brought into consideration the principles of reasonableness and transparency in the administr...
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How does the New Homes Ombudsman Service benefit homebuyers?
The New Homes Ombudsman Service aims to improve the quality of new homes and enhance consumer protection for homebuyers. It provides a cost-effective and less time-intensive alternative dispute resolution process for resolving issues with developers, ensuring buyers'...
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how does The case of Pole Properties Ltd v Feinberg [1981] 43 P&CR 121 deals with the issue of adverse possession?
The case of Pole Properties Ltd v Feinberg [1981] 43 P&CR 121 is a notable legal case that deals with the issue of adverse possession and its application in property law.Pole Properties Ltd., the claimant in this case, sought to take ownership of a plot of land t...
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Why is Stockport in the limelight?
Stockport has been named one of the best up and coming areas to live and invest in for 2023.
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What is Building Biology and its primary objective?
Building Biology signifies a comprehensive strategy for designing and shaping environments in construction with a holistic viewpoint, highlighting the health of inhabitants and promoting sustainable structures.
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Time has elapsed, should we serve a new Section 20 Stage 1 notice or re-issue the old one?
It is always best practice to issue a new Section 20 notice, time tends to lead to a building dilapidating further and new works being required. At the very least you should reissue the notice of intention with a letter of explanation.
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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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Why are private rented sector landlords leaving the rental market?
Many existing landlords may exit the Private Rental Sector because of the new EPC regulations leading to a shortfall in the availability of rental homes. This is on top of many already having left the market due to the Section 24 tax changes that phased out the abili...
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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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How extensive is EFG's network of farmers, and where do they operate?
EFG comprises over 230 farmers, covering 116,000 hectares, representing over one per cent of England's farmland. They are expanding their operations into regions like North Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Devon, and Yorkshire.
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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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What is the Building Safety Act?
The UK Building Safety Act is a piece of legislation introduced to enhance the safety and standards of buildings in the UK. It includes new regulations and accountability measures for high-rise residential buildings.
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What our customers are asking:
What level of insurance commissions is normal at First port and Estates and Management?
In a case due to be heard at Tribunal in January 2024, Brian White alleges that FirstPort imposes charges on leaseholders and threatens late payment fees to discourage challenging insurance premiums. The property concerned is Hollin Bank Court in Blackburn and White...
Read More
1. What is the court appointment for a manager?
The court appointment of a manager is a legal process through which a court appoints a third party, typically a professional property manager, to assume the management and administration of a property or a specific aspect of its management. This process usually occur...
Read More
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...
Read More
Who can have claims brought against them?
Claims can be brought against manufacturers of construction products, and all other economic operators (e.g. distributors) in the supply and marketing of construction products. It will depend on which party is responsible for the product being mis-sold, inherently de...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
When did the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 come into force?
The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 came into force on August 1, 2022, after receiving Royal Assent.
Read More
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.
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
How long does it take to get an EPC?
Landlords or sellers can get a call within 48 hours of filling out a form. The survey must be done within 10 days. The EPC is provided the day after the assessment is completed.
Read More
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.
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
I can’t attend the AGM meeting. Can I still vote?
Yes. Please complete the Proxy Form and then another attendee can vote on your behalf.
Read More
What are the new energy efficiency rules for the private rental sector in the UK?
The UK government is proposing to raise the minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating to a band C by 2025 for new tenancies and for all tenancies by 2028.
Read More
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...
Read More
What are permitted development rights (PDR)?
PDR, or Permitted development rights, are planning rights to develop without the need to jump through all the hoops that the normal planning process requires. For example, in 2013 permitted development rights were given for office-to-residential conversion in most a...
Read More
What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?
The Infrastructure Levy will replace CIL, Section 106, and affordable housing contributions with a single flat-rate levy.
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
1
Kennet House, 2008, City of WestminsterSummaryThe case of Kennet House, 2008, relates a disputable case that has come to service charges and legionnaire’s' rights. This case brought into consideration the principles of reasonableness and transparency in the administr...
Read More
How does the New Homes Ombudsman Service benefit homebuyers?
The New Homes Ombudsman Service aims to improve the quality of new homes and enhance consumer protection for homebuyers. It provides a cost-effective and less time-intensive alternative dispute resolution process for resolving issues with developers, ensuring buyers'...
Read More
how does The case of Pole Properties Ltd v Feinberg [1981] 43 P&CR 121 deals with the issue of adverse possession?
The case of Pole Properties Ltd v Feinberg [1981] 43 P&CR 121 is a notable legal case that deals with the issue of adverse possession and its application in property law.Pole Properties Ltd., the claimant in this case, sought to take ownership of a plot of land t...
Read More
Why is Stockport in the limelight?
Stockport has been named one of the best up and coming areas to live and invest in for 2023.
Read More
What is Building Biology and its primary objective?
Building Biology signifies a comprehensive strategy for designing and shaping environments in construction with a holistic viewpoint, highlighting the health of inhabitants and promoting sustainable structures.
Read More
Time has elapsed, should we serve a new Section 20 Stage 1 notice or re-issue the old one?
It is always best practice to issue a new Section 20 notice, time tends to lead to a building dilapidating further and new works being required. At the very least you should reissue the notice of intention with a letter of explanation.
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
Why are private rented sector landlords leaving the rental market?
Many existing landlords may exit the Private Rental Sector because of the new EPC regulations leading to a shortfall in the availability of rental homes. This is on top of many already having left the market due to the Section 24 tax changes that phased out the abili...
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
How extensive is EFG's network of farmers, and where do they operate?
EFG comprises over 230 farmers, covering 116,000 hectares, representing over one per cent of England's farmland. They are expanding their operations into regions like North Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Devon, and Yorkshire.
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
What is the Building Safety Act?
The UK Building Safety Act is a piece of legislation introduced to enhance the safety and standards of buildings in the UK. It includes new regulations and accountability measures for high-rise residential buildings.
Read More
