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How did coworking spaces become popular before the pandemic?

Before the pandemic, the GIG economy boosted the development of coworking spaces. Coworking spaces were popular among freelancers, professionals, and entrepreneurs who wanted to work in a professional environment for better networking opportunities.

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What is the proportion of properties that advertise as pet-friendly?

Only seven percent of property listings mention pet-friendly in the advertisements.

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Are there any positives for landlords in the Bill?

Yes, there are many, and the second reading has listed quite a few.

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How much greener is rail travel to driving a car?

On training when you buy your train ticket you are reminded that traveling by train emits 70% less carbon dioxide than traveling by car.

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What will be the final shape of the Renters Reform Bill?

The Renters Reform Bill is a proposed legislation that can change the rental sector by improving tenant rights, enhancing rental property standards, and addressing issues such as rent controls and eviction processes.

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What is the UK government Net ZERO target?

The Net Zero target is an initiative by the UK Government to achieve a balance between the amount of greenhouse gas emissions produced and removed from the atmosphere by 2050. The aim is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by adopting renewable energy sources, improvi...

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How does the rooftop development help the wider community?

Rooftop development adds multiple new homes beside the restoration of old buildings. It causes a minimum impact on the town's appearance and boosts affordable housing.

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Can leaseholders give instructions to a court-appointed manager?

The ability of leaseholders to give instructions to a Court Appointed Manager can depend on the specific terms outlined in the court's order appointing the manager. Generally, leaseholders may have limited or no direct authority to provide instructions to the Court A...

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How will the rooftop development project address the housing crisis?

Rooftop development can address the acute housing shortage by adding thousands of new affordable homes. The projects have the potential to enhance living standards and energy efficiency.

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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 is the estimated cost for landlords to upgrade their properties to meet the UK EPC standard of EPC grade C?

Landlords face an estimated cost of 30 billion to bring their properties up to the recommended Energy Performance standard.

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What are alternative policies to mitigate the impact of price volatility on project costs besides leveraging price escalation clauses?

Contractors can minimize the impact of price volatility by bulk purchasing, purchasing directly from manufacturers, and purchasing when the prices of construction materials fall

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How does Building Biology impact home construction?

Building Biology guides home construction by emphasising health-conscious design and material choices. It aims to create living spaces that support physical and mental comfort.

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How much will the number of households aged 65 and above renting in England increase by 2030?

The number of households aged 65 and above renting in England is projected to double by 2030. Currently, around 400,000 older households rent, and this figure is expected to surpass one million by 2033.

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Is the picture expected to change any time soon?

According to industry observers, there are signs of stability already in the market, but recovery will take a long time.

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What is the factual position?

There are many gray areas in the Bill, and as more readings happen, the clauses and rules will gain clarity—that is why a wait-and-watch approach is recommended.

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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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Who are among the worst affected by the governments negligence of the real estate sector?

First-time buyers will find getting on the housing ladder tougher than before.

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Which is the best Italian restaurant in Wembley Park?

Pulcinella Pizzeria promises great Italian food in Wembley Park.

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What does a Section 20 Notice do?

Essentially Section 20 Notices aim to service charge payer’s reasonable consultation. For “works” there are up to 3 notices. Step 1 invites consultations about proposed expenditure from service charge payers and allows them to nominate a contractor. Step 2 details ...

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What are the implications if the final price of the works exceeds the tender sum returned?

Best advice is to follow a formal specification and tender process, inviting owners to nominate contractors and to nominate a place where tenders can be inspected. The Contract Administrator’s job is to try to bring the contract in on budget, he or she should make ...

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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 included in a homebuyers survey?

The inspection for a Homebuyer Survey includes an investigation of damp issues, rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation as well as timber defects such as over-stressed timbers and beetle infestation. A Homebuyer Survey does include a visual inspection of the s...

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What is the impact of the 2022 Autumn budget changes on the Inheritance Tax threshold and the annual exemption on Capital Gains Tax?

The capital gains tax threshold before which CGT becomes payable reduces from April 2023 to 6,000 from the present 12,300. It will further reduce to 3,000 from April 2024 onwards. Pundits argue some will consider selling land and property assets now in haste before ...

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Who is responsible for conducting fire door inspections?

The person with the responsibility to inspects fire doors is typically the building owner or manager.

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What should be included in a fire door inspection?

A comprehensive fire door inspection should include checks for various aspects, such as ensuring the doors are properly installed, have appropriate signage, function correctly, and have intact fire-resistant seals. Inspectors should also verify the condition of hinge...

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What is the core issue with pooled client accounts for letting agents in the UK?

The challenge revolves around the closure or reluctance of banks to open pooled client accounts for letting agents, citing violations of anti-money laundering (AML) regulations.

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Whom will the bill affect?

The bill will definitely make life easy for renters and provide them with additional protections.

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Who are the worst affected by the governments spring budget 2023?

First-time buyers will find getting on the housing ladder tougher than before.

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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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What our customers are asking:

How did coworking spaces become popular before the pandemic?

What is the proportion of properties that advertise as pet-friendly?

Only seven percent of property listings mention pet-friendly in the advertisements.

Are there any positives for landlords in the Bill?

Yes, there are many, and the second reading has listed quite a few.

How much greener is rail travel to driving a car?

On training when you buy your train ticket you are reminded that traveling by train emits 70% less carbon dioxide than traveling by car.

What will be the final shape of the Renters Reform Bill?

What is the UK government Net ZERO target?

How does the rooftop development help the wider community?

Rooftop development adds multiple new homes beside the restoration of old buildings. It causes a minimum impact on the town's appearance and boosts affordable housing.

Can leaseholders give instructions to a court-appointed manager?

How will the rooftop development project address the housing crisis?

Rooftop development can address the acute housing shortage by adding thousands of new affordable homes. The projects have the potential to enhance living standards and energy efficiency.

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

What is the estimated cost for landlords to upgrade their properties to meet the UK EPC standard of EPC grade C?

Landlords face an estimated cost of 30 billion to bring their properties up to the recommended Energy Performance standard.

What are alternative policies to mitigate the impact of price volatility on project costs besides leveraging price escalation clauses?

Contractors can minimize the impact of price volatility by bulk purchasing, purchasing directly from manufacturers, and purchasing when the prices of construction materials fall

How does Building Biology impact home construction?

Building Biology guides home construction by emphasising health-conscious design and material choices. It aims to create living spaces that support physical and mental comfort.

How much will the number of households aged 65 and above renting in England increase by 2030?

Is the picture expected to change any time soon?

According to industry observers, there are signs of stability already in the market, but recovery will take a long time.

What is the factual position?

There are many gray areas in the Bill, and as more readings happen, the clauses and rules will gain clarity—that is why a wait-and-watch approach is recommended.

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.

Who are among the worst affected by the governments negligence of the real estate sector?

First-time buyers will find getting on the housing ladder tougher than before.

Which is the best Italian restaurant in Wembley Park?

Pulcinella Pizzeria promises great Italian food in Wembley Park.

What does a Section 20 Notice do?

What are the implications if the final price of the works exceeds the tender sum returned?

What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

What is the impact of the 2022 Autumn budget changes on the Inheritance Tax threshold and the annual exemption on Capital Gains Tax?

Who is responsible for conducting fire door inspections?

The person with the responsibility to inspects fire doors is typically the building owner or manager.

What should be included in a fire door inspection?

What is the core issue with pooled client accounts for letting agents in the UK?

The challenge revolves around the closure or reluctance of banks to open pooled client accounts for letting agents, citing violations of anti-money laundering (AML) regulations.

Whom will the bill affect?

The bill will definitely make life easy for renters and provide them with additional protections.

Who are the worst affected by the governments spring budget 2023?

First-time buyers will find getting on the housing ladder tougher than before.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

How did coworking spaces become popular before the pandemic?

What is the proportion of properties that advertise as pet-friendly?

Are there any positives for landlords in the Bill?

How much greener is rail travel to driving a car?

What will be the final shape of the Renters Reform Bill?

What is the UK government Net ZERO target?

How does the rooftop development help the wider community?

Can leaseholders give instructions to a court-appointed manager?

How will the rooftop development project address the housing crisis?

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

What is the estimated cost for landlords to upgrade their properties to meet the UK EPC standard of EPC grade C?

What are alternative policies to mitigate the impact of price volatility on project costs besides leveraging price escalation clauses?

How does Building Biology impact home construction?

How much will the number of households aged 65 and above renting in England increase by 2030?

Is the picture expected to change any time soon?

What is the factual position?

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

Who are among the worst affected by the governments negligence of the real estate sector?

Which is the best Italian restaurant in Wembley Park?

What does a Section 20 Notice do?

What are the implications if the final price of the works exceeds the tender sum returned?

What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

What is the impact of the 2022 Autumn budget changes on the Inheritance Tax threshold and the annual exemption on Capital Gains Tax?

Who is responsible for conducting fire door inspections?

What should be included in a fire door inspection?

What is the core issue with pooled client accounts for letting agents in the UK?

Whom will the bill affect?

Who are the worst affected by the governments spring budget 2023?

How do coliving providers encourage interaction among residents?

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