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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 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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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 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 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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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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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 the legal precedents relating to both the enforceability of lease covenants as well as liabilities of the landlord and the tenant?

Beazer Investments Ltd v BrownSummaryBeazer Investments Ltd v Brown represents one of the famous cases in the United Kingdom relating to property laws. It results from the conflicts about property rights between a landlord and tenant such as scenarios that involve mi...

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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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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 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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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 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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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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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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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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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 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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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 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 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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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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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 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 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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How does the Building Safety Act impact residents and homeowners?

The Building Safety Act establishes mechanisms for reporting safety concerns, strengthens the regulatory framework, and improves the transparency of building safety information.

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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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How many additional properties will meet the growing demand for housing in the UK?

To meet the growing demand for housing, 230,000 additional properties are required in the UK.

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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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Ask our Experts

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 makes Wembley Park a suitable place to live?

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

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

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

What is an ownership register?

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

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 is the legal precedents relating to both the enforceability of lease covenants as well as liabilities of the landlord and the tenant?

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

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

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.

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

What exactly is a party wall?

What is Ringley’s sustainability Strategy & Policy?

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.

Time has elapsed, should we serve a new Section 20 Stage 1 notice or re-issue the old one?

What is Ringley’s Techstack ?

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

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.

What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

What is the Building Safety Act?

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

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

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.

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.

What is a management agent?

What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

How does the Building Safety Act impact residents and homeowners?

The Building Safety Act establishes mechanisms for reporting safety concerns, strengthens the regulatory framework, and improves the transparency of building safety information.

how does The case of Pole Properties Ltd v Feinberg [1981] 43 P&CR 121 deals with the issue of adverse possession?

How many additional properties will meet the growing demand for housing in the UK?

To meet the growing demand for housing, 230,000 additional properties are required in the UK.

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.

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 makes Wembley Park a suitable place to live?

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

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

What is an ownership register?

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

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

What is the legal precedents relating to both the enforceability of lease covenants as well as liabilities of the landlord and the tenant?

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

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

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

What exactly is a party wall?

What is Ringley’s sustainability Strategy & Policy?

What is a coworking space?

Time has elapsed, should we serve a new Section 20 Stage 1 notice or re-issue the old one?

What is Ringley’s Techstack ?

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

How long does it take to get an EPC?

What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

What is the Building Safety Act?

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

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

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.

Why is Stockport in the limelight?

What is a management agent?

What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

How does the Building Safety Act impact residents and homeowners?

how does The case of Pole Properties Ltd v Feinberg [1981] 43 P&CR 121 deals with the issue of adverse possession?

How many additional properties will meet the growing demand for housing in the UK?

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

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