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What happens when ESG is not measured?

A failure to measure ESG exposures could result in significant financial losses.

What are the risks of not doing Section 20 consultation properly?

You are at risk. However, since 2014 the Daejan vs Benson case suggests that a dispensation from consultation might be granted if it is just and reasonable to do so, eg, emergency communal heating failure in winter, else what you can recover from service charge paye...

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I wasn’t invited to last year’s Annual General meeting but am to this year’s. Why is this?

Only owners who are Members of the Company or Shareholders are invited. You may not have filled in an application to become a member of the RTM or RMC or not have bought a share in the Freehold.

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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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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 are the key benefits of renting a BTR property?

Renters are treated as residents not tenants. They can access five-star amenities and services, in a professionally managed property, and benefit from flexible lease options. BTR properties are generally located in desirable locations and generate a sense of communi...

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Why are stakeholders criticising the Welsh Government's plans to introduce statutory licensing for various forms of tourist accommodation?

Stakeholders believe the move will result in significant administrative and financial burdens on small accommodation providers and hinder the sector's growth.

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How is Scottish Land & Estates proposing to address these issues?

The organisation is advocating for a more flexible approach. They want an open registration process maintained while actively engaging with the industry and its representatives to refine the regulations.

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Court Appointed Manager–do I have the right to apply?

The right to apply for the appointment of a Court Appointed Manager depends on the specific laws and regulations governing the jurisdiction in which the property is located. Generally, the right to apply for a Court Appointed Manager is granted to individuals or part...

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Huge legal points which come up in this case are the just grounds in law for eviction, rights available to a tenant, and duties of the landlord.

Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams (1988) 20 H.L.R. 321SummarySutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams (1988) 20 H.L.R. 321 is a case in which the tenant of a house was evicted by the landlord, Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association. Huge legal points ...

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What is the process after the meeting?

After the meeting, the minutes will be issued so you can see the actions arising. You can log onto the Ringley Gateway™ and watch as we action things.

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Dispute between the estate agents, Ludlow Thompson, and a tenant, the constructions associated with causes, deposit deductions, maintenance liabilities and termination processes.

Ludlow Thompson v TenantSummaryThe case of Ludlow Thompson v Tenant unfolds the clashing of minds in theological dispute between the estate agents, Ludlow Thompson, and a tenant, over the tenancy agreement and, more specifically, the constructions associated with cau...

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How does the tenancy agreement impact my rights in repair matters?

The tenancy agreement is a vital legal document outlining responsibilities. Understanding and applying it effectively can ensure protecting and enforcing your rights, especially when landlords fail in their repair obligations.

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What is the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirement for rental properties in the UK?

All rental properties in England and Wales are required by law to have an EPC rating of C or above to meet the EPC requirement. The minimum EPC requirement was set to be raised to EPC C by 2028, but there are indications that this timeline might be delayed

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What does the ruling mean for building owners in Newham?

The verdict serves as a clear warning to all building owners in Newham, underlining the necessity to promptly prioritise fire safety measures, including removing hazardous cladding. Failure to comply may lead to legal prosecution.

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Is sharing The How to Rent Guide with tenants mandatory?

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 since 10th June 2014. The guide has been updated 10 times since. The latest guide is March 2023.

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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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What is the LA FLEX scheme?

The LA FLEX scheme is suitable for households not receiving any benefits in the form of aid. The Local Authority Eligibility Flexibility (LA Flex) mechanism provides attractive discounts to households for energy efficiency upgrades. Under the LA FLEX scheme, the gov...

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What are the 2022 UK Build to Rent (BTR) statistics?

To date (2the 022l the UK has seen the construction of circa 76,800 BTR homes through a 30 billion investment. Over 163,400 BTR homes are in the pipeline. Estimates confirm that the next decade will witness the completion of over 38170 million homes with 170 billio...

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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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What Is BBRS?

The Business Banking Resolution Service (BBRS) is an independent, not-for-profit service. It was established to resolve disputes between SMEs and their banks.

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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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What are the Building Safety Act limitation periods

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 takes effect).

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What announcement was made by the Housing Secretary recently?

Housing Secretary Michael Gove has reiterated the government’s commitment to protecting the tenants. They have announced a series of measures that can provide relief to the affected tenants.

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What is Michael Gove's urban rebirth housing plan?

Michael Gove's plan aims to build 50,000 new homes in Cambridge as part of the government's broader goal of constructing one million new homes in cities during this parliamentary term. The plan focuses on addressing the long-standing housing undersupply issue in the ...

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What Is The Levelling Up Fund?

Levelling Up was launched to make the rich and poor areas of the country more equal. The aim was to create more jobs and support the economy.

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How does solar water heating work in the UK?

Solar water heating uses solar collectors to capture sunlight and heat a fluid. This heated fluid is then used to warm the water in a cylinder for use in bathrooms and kitchens.

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Why is Wembley Park a suitable location to live?

Wembley Park is the perfect destination to live in because it promises multiple transport links connecting with Central London, several activities, shopping destinations, restaurants, and a thriving social scene.

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How does the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill aim to benefit current leaseholders?

The bill primarily intends to simplify and reduce costs for leaseholders looking to extend their lease or purchase their freehold.

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What incidents are not anti-social behaviour?

Kids playing, incorrect parking and day-to-day noise are some examples of incidents that are not anti-social behaviour.

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

What happens when ESG is not measured?

A failure to measure ESG exposures could result in significant financial losses.

What are the risks of not doing Section 20 consultation properly?

I wasn’t invited to last year’s Annual General meeting but am to this year’s. Why is this?

Only owners who are Members of the Company or Shareholders are invited. You may not have filled in an application to become a member of the RTM or RMC or not have bought a share in the Freehold.

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

What is asbestos surveying?

What are the key benefits of renting a BTR property?

Why are stakeholders criticising the Welsh Government's plans to introduce statutory licensing for various forms of tourist accommodation?

Stakeholders believe the move will result in significant administrative and financial burdens on small accommodation providers and hinder the sector's growth.

How is Scottish Land & Estates proposing to address these issues?

Court Appointed Manager–do I have the right to apply?

Huge legal points which come up in this case are the just grounds in law for eviction, rights available to a tenant, and duties of the landlord.

What is the process after the meeting?

After the meeting, the minutes will be issued so you can see the actions arising. You can log onto the Ringley Gateway™ and watch as we action things.

Dispute between the estate agents, Ludlow Thompson, and a tenant, the constructions associated with causes, deposit deductions, maintenance liabilities and termination processes.

How does the tenancy agreement impact my rights in repair matters?

What is the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirement for rental properties in the UK?

What does the ruling mean for building owners in Newham?

Is sharing The How to Rent Guide with tenants mandatory?

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.

What is the LA FLEX scheme?

What are the 2022 UK Build to Rent (BTR) statistics?

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.

What Is BBRS?

The Business Banking Resolution Service (BBRS) is an independent, not-for-profit service. It was established to resolve disputes between SMEs and their banks.

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

What are the Building Safety Act limitation periods

What announcement was made by the Housing Secretary recently?

Housing Secretary Michael Gove has reiterated the government’s commitment to protecting the tenants. They have announced a series of measures that can provide relief to the affected tenants.

What is Michael Gove's urban rebirth housing plan?

What Is The Levelling Up Fund?

Levelling Up was launched to make the rich and poor areas of the country more equal. The aim was to create more jobs and support the economy.

How does solar water heating work in the UK?

Solar water heating uses solar collectors to capture sunlight and heat a fluid. This heated fluid is then used to warm the water in a cylinder for use in bathrooms and kitchens.

Why is Wembley Park a suitable location to live?

How does the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill aim to benefit current leaseholders?

The bill primarily intends to simplify and reduce costs for leaseholders looking to extend their lease or purchase their freehold.

What incidents are not anti-social behaviour?

Kids playing, incorrect parking and day-to-day noise are some examples of incidents that are not anti-social behaviour.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

What happens when ESG is not measured?

What are the risks of not doing Section 20 consultation properly?

I wasn’t invited to last year’s Annual General meeting but am to this year’s. Why is this?

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

What is asbestos surveying?

What are the key benefits of renting a BTR property?

Why are stakeholders criticising the Welsh Government's plans to introduce statutory licensing for various forms of tourist accommodation?

How is Scottish Land & Estates proposing to address these issues?

Court Appointed Manager–do I have the right to apply?

Huge legal points which come up in this case are the just grounds in law for eviction, rights available to a tenant, and duties of the landlord.

What is the process after the meeting?

Dispute between the estate agents, Ludlow Thompson, and a tenant, the constructions associated with causes, deposit deductions, maintenance liabilities and termination processes.

How does the tenancy agreement impact my rights in repair matters?

What is the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirement for rental properties in the UK?

What does the ruling mean for building owners in Newham?

Is sharing The How to Rent Guide with tenants mandatory?

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

What is the LA FLEX scheme?

What are the 2022 UK Build to Rent (BTR) statistics?

How does the rooftop development help the wider community?

What Is BBRS?

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

What are the Building Safety Act limitation periods

What announcement was made by the Housing Secretary recently?

What is Michael Gove's urban rebirth housing plan?

What Is The Levelling Up Fund?

How does solar water heating work in the UK?

Why is Wembley Park a suitable location to live?

How does the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill aim to benefit current leaseholders?

What incidents are not anti-social behaviour?

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