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How long has the Renters Reform Bill been in the making, and why is it causing concern among landlords?

The Bill has been developing for over three years since its proposal in the 2019 Conservative General Election manifesto. Landlords are concerned because of rising costs, taxation on revenue, and the potential abolition of Section 21 without adequate preparations.

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What are the BTR prerequisites?

The no deposit optionSuperfast broadbandSecurity - you and your homeWork/life balanceHigh energy efficiencyQuality finishes & A+++ appliancesNo nonsense repairsDeliveries (be in when you are out)AmenitiesWellbeingSpace to entertainNo fuss applications processA so...

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Explain the factors or scoring criteria in FTSE4 Good Index series ESG risk ratings?

The FTSE4Good Index Series is a group of indices that measure the performance of companies that meet certain environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria. The FTSE4Good ESG Ratings are a set of scores that assess the level of ESG risk of companies included in...

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What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

The average cost of installing a GSHP 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 asbestos surveying?

Asbestos Type 2 survey includes taking samples – The presence of asbestos can be confirmed or ruled out after samples undergo lab analysis. This type of survey will also identify the type of asbestos present and the level of risk involved.

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What is the new 2024 energy efficiency target for landlords in England and Wales?

By 2030, all privately rented properties in England and Wales must meet an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of Band C. This applies to private and social housing as part of the government's effort to improve energy efficiency.

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What can the UK learn from the US coliving model?

The UK can learn valuable lessons from the US coliving model, such as addressing housing affordability issues, offering high-quality living spaces, and catering to diverse demographics.

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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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What are some examples of digital technologies in ground rent management?

Digital technologies include ground rent collection software that employs robotic accounting: demands, allocations, and bank reconciliation. By using direct debit the ground rent collector can manage what the customer needs to pay and rent reviews cannot be missed. ...

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What is the average rent outside London?

In 2022 outside of London, the average private rent has increased to a record-breaking £1,162 per month.

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Is the limitation period under the Building Safety Act 15 or 30 years?

The answer is BOTH. Specifically the Act extents the limitation period to 15 years prospectively for claims under s1 and s2A (claims that accrue after the Act takes effect); and to 30 years retrospectively for claims under s1 (claims that accrued before the Act take...

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What is the biggest problem plaguing the PRS market?

The concern is a lack of quality single housing accommodation in the private rental sector, increased concern grows around landlords who could be neglecting the quality of accommodation and don’t have a designated team to manage their portfolio to today’s constantly ...

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Why were UK banks initially hesitant to provide loans for flats with cladding after the Grenfell Tower tragedy?

UK banks were concerned about safety risks and potential costs associated with remediation procedures for flats with cladding after the Grenfell Tower tragedy. Ultimately, they have to protect their security.

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How can I become a Member of the Company or Shareholder?

To become a member of the Company or Shareholder, please contact Ringley Law via 020 7267 2900 or 020 7428 1977.

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Why do people prefer to settle in Wembley?

Wembleys location, entertainment, regeneration, and affordability make it an attractive place, especially for todays generation.

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What will instantly achieve an EPC grade C?

Installing solar PV panels with a storage battery. A standard solar unit comprising a 5kW home storage battery and 3.12kWp solar system will upgrade a house to band C from band E for immediate compliance.

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Is it mandatory for the landlords to share the guide with the tenants?

Yes, it has been made mandatory for the landlords to share the latest version of the How To Rent guide with the tenants at the beginning of the tenancy or on renewal.

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What is the ground rents ban, and why is it causing concern in the retirement housing sector?

The ground rents ban prohibits collecting ground rents for most new residential leases in England and Wales, introduced through the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022. It came into effect on June 30, 2022, except for retirement housing leases, which were applied...

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Why is the BTR industry doing so well in the UK?

The BTRs, especially the ones that are in the evolved form, have everything that a modern family needs to live comfortably and securely.

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What are the most significant amenities for seniors?

Amenities for safety and wellness are essential for seniors.

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How to market a building: step by step ?

Launch planning includes recruting the team, opening the lettings office and dry run training, tech enablement, visiting competing product, a final review of rent pricing, arranging videography, development websites, show flat furniture, notifying the press, universi...

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Why choose Coliving ?

Coliving also eliminates financial liability or conflict with roommates during a joint contract and can be a source of wellbeing.Coliving Apartments offer residents a clear demarcated private space. Concept-driven purpose-built coliving can be cluster flats akin to p...

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How will building biology make future homes more sustainable?

Building biology prioritises sustainability by encouraging eco-friendly practices and reducing environmental impact.

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What are the trading standards requirements for technology on words used for property listings?

The guidance was updated to enhance property-listing practices, making them more consumer-friendly and transparent, in line with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. The terms formally defined are:Under Offer, Let Agreed, Let, New On The Mar...

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Equitable doctrines insofar as informal agreements or assurances may be reached upon for matters dealing with property ownership and the expectations that ensue post any such agreement.

Gabb v Farrokhzad [2022] EWHSummaryThe case of Gabb v Farrokhzad [2022] EWHC 212 (Ch) is a judgment passed in the Chancery Division of the High Court of England and Wales governing complex issues such as property rights, proprietary estoppel, and constructive trusts....

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Whether such clauses(EWCA Civ 1013) were generally speaking, fair and reasonable hence enforceable under the English law of contract?

Long Mint Limited v Rye [2005] EWCA Civ 1013SummaryThis is an action brought by Long Mint Limited against Rye [2005] EWCA Civ 1013 concerning the validity and enforceability of a set of contractual terms of a business agreement. The Court of Appeal had to decide whet...

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What are the proposed changes to building control regulations for high-rise buildings in the UK?

The UK government plans to introduce a new building safety levy on various residential developments, including properties intended for sale, build-to-rent (BTR) properties, purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA), and private retirement housing.

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What is MEES?

MEES or Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards are regulations announced by the UK government, setting a minimum level of energy efficiency for privately rented non-domestic and domestic properties.

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Are there any specific requirements for tall buildings regarding communal door inspections?

Yes, for buildings over 11 meters in height, it is necessary to make every effort to inspect fire doors at the entrances of individual residential units annually, in addition to the regular communal door inspections.

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What is a management company responsible for?

A management company is usually formed by the developer of a block of flats or the residents themselves. It is a bone fide company registered at Companies House with associated Directors. It is formed to ensure the running of the block has an accountable legal entity...

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

How long has the Renters Reform Bill been in the making, and why is it causing concern among landlords?

What are the BTR prerequisites?

Explain the factors or scoring criteria in FTSE4 Good Index series ESG risk ratings?

What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

What is asbestos surveying?

What is the new 2024 energy efficiency target for landlords in England and Wales?

What can the UK learn from the US coliving model?

The UK can learn valuable lessons from the US coliving model, such as addressing housing affordability issues, offering high-quality living spaces, and catering to diverse demographics.

What are the rules around overcrowding of rental accommodation?

What are some examples of digital technologies in ground rent management?

What is the average rent outside London?

In 2022 outside of London, the average private rent has increased to a record-breaking £1,162 per month.

Is the limitation period under the Building Safety Act 15 or 30 years?

What is the biggest problem plaguing the PRS market?

Why were UK banks initially hesitant to provide loans for flats with cladding after the Grenfell Tower tragedy?

How can I become a Member of the Company or Shareholder?

To become a member of the Company or Shareholder, please contact Ringley Law via 020 7267 2900 or 020 7428 1977.

Why do people prefer to settle in Wembley?

Wembleys location, entertainment, regeneration, and affordability make it an attractive place, especially for todays generation.

What will instantly achieve an EPC grade C?

Is it mandatory for the landlords to share the guide with the tenants?

Yes, it has been made mandatory for the landlords to share the latest version of the How To Rent guide with the tenants at the beginning of the tenancy or on renewal.

What is the ground rents ban, and why is it causing concern in the retirement housing sector?

Why is the BTR industry doing so well in the UK?

The BTRs, especially the ones that are in the evolved form, have everything that a modern family needs to live comfortably and securely.

What are the most significant amenities for seniors?

Amenities for safety and wellness are essential for seniors.

How to market a building: step by step ?

Why choose Coliving ?

How will building biology make future homes more sustainable?

Building biology prioritises sustainability by encouraging eco-friendly practices and reducing environmental impact.

What are the trading standards requirements for technology on words used for property listings?

Equitable doctrines insofar as informal agreements or assurances may be reached upon for matters dealing with property ownership and the expectations that ensue post any such agreement.

Whether such clauses(EWCA Civ 1013) were generally speaking, fair and reasonable hence enforceable under the English law of contract?

What are the proposed changes to building control regulations for high-rise buildings in the UK?

What is MEES?

MEES or Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards are regulations announced by the UK government, setting a minimum level of energy efficiency for privately rented non-domestic and domestic properties.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

How long has the Renters Reform Bill been in the making, and why is it causing concern among landlords?

What are the BTR prerequisites?

Explain the factors or scoring criteria in FTSE4 Good Index series ESG risk ratings?

What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

What is asbestos surveying?

What is the new 2024 energy efficiency target for landlords in England and Wales?

What can the UK learn from the US coliving model?

What are the rules around overcrowding of rental accommodation?

What are some examples of digital technologies in ground rent management?

What is the average rent outside London?

Is the limitation period under the Building Safety Act 15 or 30 years?

What is the biggest problem plaguing the PRS market?

Why were UK banks initially hesitant to provide loans for flats with cladding after the Grenfell Tower tragedy?

How can I become a Member of the Company or Shareholder?

Why do people prefer to settle in Wembley?

What will instantly achieve an EPC grade C?

Is it mandatory for the landlords to share the guide with the tenants?

What is the ground rents ban, and why is it causing concern in the retirement housing sector?

Why is the BTR industry doing so well in the UK?

What are the most significant amenities for seniors?

How to market a building: step by step ?

Why choose Coliving ?

How will building biology make future homes more sustainable?

What are the trading standards requirements for technology on words used for property listings?

Equitable doctrines insofar as informal agreements or assurances may be reached upon for matters dealing with property ownership and the expectations that ensue post any such agreement.

Whether such clauses(EWCA Civ 1013) were generally speaking, fair and reasonable hence enforceable under the English law of contract?

What are the proposed changes to building control regulations for high-rise buildings in the UK?

What is MEES?

Are there any specific requirements for tall buildings regarding communal door inspections?

What is a management company responsible for?

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