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How have service charges for flats risen over time?

Since 2018, service charges for flats in England and Wales have increased by 51.7 percent to 2023.

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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What is a deed of covenant?

A deed of covenant is essentially a promise. It is a promise by the buyer of a lease to abide by the covenants stated in the lease and if usually entered into as a condition of any sale in the lease post the original first sale.

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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 do coliving providers encourage interaction among residents?

Coliving providers offer strategically designed communal areas, such as lounges and coffee stations, to facilitate interaction among residents as well as many informal meeting points and places and spaces for casual interractions.

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How has Zero Deposit, a deposit alternative supplier, responded to the CMA's announcement?

Zero Deposit has welcomed the CMA's efforts to improve industry standards. They support the need for comprehensive standards and a code of conduct in the deposit replacement market to protect tenants.

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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 can the agents and landlords do to help tenants during the energy crisis?

Agents and landlords must identify the most vulnerable tenants on their properties and proactively take steps to ensure they are adequately protected when the winter sets in. Tenants should ask their landlords to review and enhance insulation or to supply window film...

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What are the key principles of Building Biology?

The key principles of Building Biology include minimising exposure to electromagnetic fields, avoiding disturbances caused by natural or man-made factors beneath living areas, and ensuring indoor air is toxin-free.

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What is a freehold title in UK law?

Freehold is absolute ownership of the property, including the land it stands on. Whereas leasehold is the right to a demised property for a term of years. In a freehold leasehold scenario, unless there is a management company or right-to-manage the company in existe...

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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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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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Can someone sell a home after purchasing it under the Right to Buy scheme?

One may sell the right to buy property three years after purchase. In order to sell the home within one year after purchase, the person must repay the discount amount in full.

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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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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 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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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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Do all the leaseholders need to agree to apply for a court-appointed property manager?

The requirement for all leaseholders to agree on applying for a court-appointed property manager can vary depending on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances. In some cases, the agreement of all leaseholders may be necessary, while in others, a majority or a...

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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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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 information is typically required by home building insurance calculators?

Buildings insurance calculators need to consider the construction type, age of the buildings, construction costs, building features, demolition and site clearance, professional fees, building regulations and compliance, location, claims History, inflation, and escala...

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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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What are the main proposals under the new regulations?

Landlords will need planning permission for short-term lets, with exceptions for primary residences. A national register will track short-term lets for local councils.

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How many private rental properties have disappeared in the last four years?

Nearly 260,000 properties in the private rental sector have disappeared in the UK.

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What is the significance of the Court of Appeal's decision in the Avon Ground Rents case?

The Court of Appeal's decision grants shared ownership leaseholders the same legal rights as other private sector leaseholders, ensuring their eligibility for the right to manage their properties.

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What are governance factors within the context of ESG?

Governance factors within the context of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) refer to the processes and structures that companies use to manage their operations, ensure accountability, and promote transparency. Governance factors can include a wide range of i...

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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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For how long is an EPC valid?

An EPC is typically valid for 10 years from the date of issue. After the expiry, a new EPC may be required if the property is being sold or rented out again.

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What lifestyle changes can help fight fatigue?

Moderate-intensity exercise for a minimum of two hours per week, quitting smoking, addressing workplace issues, and avoiding long hours of sitting are a few lifestyle changes to mitigate fatigue.

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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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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

How have service charges for flats risen over time?

Since 2018, service charges for flats in England and Wales have increased by 51.7 percent to 2023.

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

What is a deed of covenant?

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

How do coliving providers encourage interaction among residents?

How has Zero Deposit, a deposit alternative supplier, responded to the CMA's announcement?

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

What can the agents and landlords do to help tenants during the energy crisis?

What are the key principles of Building Biology?

What is a freehold title in UK law?

How does the New Homes Ombudsman Service benefit homebuyers?

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).

Can someone sell a home after purchasing it under the Right to Buy scheme?

One may sell the right to buy property three years after purchase. In order to sell the home within one year after purchase, the person must repay the discount amount in full.

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

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

How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

How extensive is EFG's network of farmers, and where do they operate?

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

Do all the leaseholders need to agree to apply for a court-appointed property manager?

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

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

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 information is typically required by home building insurance calculators?

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.

What are the main proposals under the new regulations?

Landlords will need planning permission for short-term lets, with exceptions for primary residences. A national register will track short-term lets for local councils.

How many private rental properties have disappeared in the last four years?

Nearly 260,000 properties in the private rental sector have disappeared in the UK.

What is the significance of the Court of Appeal's decision in the Avon Ground Rents case?

The Court of Appeal's decision grants shared ownership leaseholders the same legal rights as other private sector leaseholders, ensuring their eligibility for the right to manage their properties.

What are governance factors within the context of ESG?

Where in Wembley Park can one get authentic Gujarati food?

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

For how long is an EPC valid?

An EPC is typically valid for 10 years from the date of issue. After the expiry, a new EPC may be required if the property is being sold or rented out again.

What lifestyle changes can help fight fatigue?

Moderate-intensity exercise for a minimum of two hours per week, quitting smoking, addressing workplace issues, and avoiding long hours of sitting are a few lifestyle changes to mitigate fatigue.

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.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

How have service charges for flats risen over time?

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

What is a deed of covenant?

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

How do coliving providers encourage interaction among residents?

How has Zero Deposit, a deposit alternative supplier, responded to the CMA's announcement?

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

What can the agents and landlords do to help tenants during the energy crisis?

What are the key principles of Building Biology?

What is a freehold title in UK law?

How does the New Homes Ombudsman Service benefit homebuyers?

What is the real living wage in London?

Can someone sell a home after purchasing it under the Right to Buy scheme?

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

How extensive is EFG's network of farmers, and where do they operate?

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

Do all the leaseholders need to agree to apply for a court-appointed property manager?

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

What information is typically required by home building insurance calculators?

What is Net Zero emissions on a global scale?

What are the main proposals under the new regulations?

How many private rental properties have disappeared in the last four years?

What is the significance of the Court of Appeal's decision in the Avon Ground Rents case?

What are governance factors within the context of ESG?

Where in Wembley Park can one get authentic Gujarati food?

For how long is an EPC valid?

What lifestyle changes can help fight fatigue?

Why is Stockport in the limelight?

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