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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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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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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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How did previous court decisions, like Windermere and Oliver, influence property law in the UK?

Windermere Marina Village v Wild and Oliver v Sheffield City Council were landmark cases that broadened the interpretation of section 27A (6), making provisions that allowed landlords to define "fair and reasonable" service charge proportions void. These cases laid t...

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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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What is the Right to Manage legislation?

The common hold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.

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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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Why is asset valuation important?

A valuation of a property for asset valuation purposes may be needed for any of the following reasons:- for the purposes of updating the value of buildings which are held as assets of a company- to determine the value of assets held by a family trust- to determine th...

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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 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 do the UK Household Costs Indices per housing consumer group (HCIs) complement indices like CPIH and CPI?

The HCIs supplement the Consumer Prices Index, including owner-occupiers' Housing costs (CPIH) and the Consumer Prices Index (CPI). They demonstrate how prices of goods and services consumed by various household subgroups change over time, offering insight into their...

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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 are the key problems facing the property market in the UK?

Some of the major problems buyers and sellers face in the property market are lack of efficiency in the process and energy management.

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When did Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announce the 2022 Autumn Budget?

Jeremy Hunt presented the Autumn Budget on Thursday, 17th November 2022.

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

31,000 adjudications up from the previous year. Only clear and regular communication can mitigate instances of disputes between landlords and tenants.

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What are the drawbacks of permitted development rights (PDR)?

Commentators observe that the quality and size of some homes have been seriously compromised under the PDR scheme.

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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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Is it reasonable and valid of service charges charged by Marina Heights Limited?

Rita Akorita v Marina Heights Limited [2017] UKUT 255 (LC)SummaryThe case of Rita Akorita v Marina Heights Limited [2017] UKUT 255 entails a dispute between a lessee, Rita Akorita, and a freeholder, Marina Heights Limited, on service charges. The Upper Tribunal took ...

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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 steps are being taken by the government to end rough sleeping?

Apart from initiating steps such as the Night Shelter Transformation Fund, the government provides support through organisations and communities to create pathways for stable and secure housing. This helps individuals without a fixed or regular place to stay. They a...

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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 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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How can landlords prepare for the upcoming regulations?

Landlords can take several steps to prepare, such as improving insulation, upgrading heating systems, and installing energy-efficient lighting in their properties. Ensuring their properties have an EPC rating of Band C or above is essential.

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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 is a measured survey, and why is it necessary for construction projects?

A measured survey is a detailed examination of a building or site to produce accurate drawings, including floor plans, elevations, and section drawings. It is essential for construction projects as it provides architects, designers, and contractors with precise measu...

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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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Are service charges higher for flats in larger developments?

Yes, the average annual service charges are significantly higher in larger developments consisting of 20 units or more, amounting to 2,606 per flat. This is nearly 99 percent higher than blocks with five units or fewer at 1,309.

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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.

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What are the rules around overcrowding of rental accommodation?

Rule 1 - Two people, over 10 years old, of different sexes, who are not a couple sleeping in the same room is deemed overcrowding. Rule 2 - there are insufficient rooms for sleeping compared to the number of people living in the household, (children aged 1 to 9 cou...

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

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.

How does the New Homes Ombudsman Service benefit homebuyers?

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.

How did previous court decisions, like Windermere and Oliver, influence property law in the UK?

Where in Wembley Park can one get authentic Gujarati food?

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

What is the Right to Manage legislation?

The common hold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.

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.

Why is asset valuation important?

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 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 do the UK Household Costs Indices per housing consumer group (HCIs) complement indices like CPIH and CPI?

Why are private rented sector landlords leaving the rental market?

What are the key problems facing the property market in the UK?

Some of the major problems buyers and sellers face in the property market are lack of efficiency in the process and energy management.

When did Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announce the 2022 Autumn Budget?

Jeremy Hunt presented the Autumn Budget on Thursday, 17th November 2022.

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

31,000 adjudications up from the previous year. Only clear and regular communication can mitigate instances of disputes between landlords and tenants.

What are the drawbacks of permitted development rights (PDR)?

Commentators observe that the quality and size of some homes have been seriously compromised under the PDR scheme.

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

Is it reasonable and valid of service charges charged by Marina Heights Limited?

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 steps are being taken by the government to end rough sleeping?

How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

What is the Building Safety Act?

How can landlords prepare for the upcoming regulations?

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 is a measured survey, and why is it necessary for construction projects?

How do coliving providers encourage interaction among residents?

Are service charges higher for flats in larger developments?

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.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

Are there any software systems available for coworking management?

How does the New Homes Ombudsman Service benefit homebuyers?

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

How did previous court decisions, like Windermere and Oliver, influence property law in the UK?

Where in Wembley Park can one get authentic Gujarati food?

What is the Right to Manage legislation?

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

Why is asset valuation important?

For how long is an EPC valid?

What are the main proposals under the new regulations?

How do the UK Household Costs Indices per housing consumer group (HCIs) complement indices like CPIH and CPI?

Why are private rented sector landlords leaving the rental market?

What are the key problems facing the property market in the UK?

When did Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announce the 2022 Autumn Budget?

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

What are the drawbacks of permitted development rights (PDR)?

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

Is it reasonable and valid of service charges charged by Marina Heights Limited?

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

What steps are being taken by the government to end rough sleeping?

How much have solar panel prices dropped since 2010?

What is the Building Safety Act?

How can landlords prepare for the upcoming regulations?

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

What is a measured survey, and why is it necessary for construction projects?

How do coliving providers encourage interaction among residents?

Are service charges higher for flats in larger developments?

How have service charges for flats risen over time?

What are the rules around overcrowding of rental accommodation?

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