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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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What is leasehold tenure, and how does it affect achieving Net Zero?

Leasehold tenure involves owning the right to occupy a property for a specific period without owning the underlying land. This setup adds challenges to achieving Net Zero, as it limits property modifications and improvements and can lead to misalignment of sustainabi...

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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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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 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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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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How does building height affect fire door inspections?

Under the Fire Safety Act, buildings below 11 meters require communal fire door inspections twice a year, while those above 11 meters must get communal doors and front apartment doors inspected four times a year.

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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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What shocking statement did the FCA's executive director make during the committee session?

Sheldon Mills, the FCA's executive director for consumers and competition, stated that the FCA had only become aware of the leasehold insurance concerns shortly before being prompted by Michael Gove to initiate an investigation.

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Why do we need a Company to run the block/site?

A company is need to run the block or site as under UK law only 4 people can own a title at land registry. The involvement of Freehold & Resident Management Companies enable larger groups of people to be in control of a block.

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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 alternative to the right to manage process?

If Right to Manage (the no fault, no premium paid method to take control of management of your block of flats is not for you) perhaps purchasing the freehold by collective enfranchisement or approaching the First Tier Tribunal for a court-appointed manager are altern...

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How have service charges for flats changed over time?

Since 2018, service charges for flats in England and Wales have increased by 51.7 percent. It is the first time the average annual service charge has exceeded 1,000 per year. However, in the past 12 months, the increase has been more modest at 8.0 percent, aligning w...

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How does the Energy Company Obligation scheme 'ECO4' scheme help the UK households?

The UK government's ECO4 scheme provides free energy efficiency upgrades to qualifying households as grants. These free upgrades help them reduce energy requirements, electricity bills, and carbon emissions. The ECO4 grants fund wall or cavity insulation and new heat...

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What powers does the BSR have?

The BSR has various powers to fulfill its regulatory responsibilities. It can take enforcement actions, such as issuing penalties and prohibition notices, to ensure compliance with building safety standards. The BSR can also recover costs from regulated parties.Botto...

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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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What are the arguments in favour for later living rent?

Post war UK house price inflation has been generous to the baby boomers; many have released equity to support children into home ownership and are willing to re-distribute housing equity to the next generation and cash flow their retirement.Divesting equity and a sup...

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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 is the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service?

The Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service is a new government initiative in England and Wales offering free legal assistance to people at risk of losing their homes.

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Is there any alternative to the standard procedure of bailiff eviction?

Landlords may opt for eviction by the High Court Enforcement Officer (HCEO) for any challenging eviction. These evictions are quicker than bailiff evictions. HCEOs are more easily accessible than court bailiffs.

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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 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 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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How many fix term mortgages will end in 2023 to 2024?

More than two million mortgages will end their fixed term between 2023 and 2024. With rising interest rates, it will simply cost landlords more to refinance then, further complicating the market situation.Most tenants want to maintain the status quo and avoid paying ...

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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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Why Is the UK facing the brunt of the global energy crisis?

Despite calls from environmental groups and energy management experts, the UK government did little to invest in insulation for over a decade. UK homes are among the most poorly insulated compared to other European countries. Inaction by successive governments has le...

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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 housing situation in the UK?

The UK is facing a serious housing shortage marked by a persistent scarcity of residences. The government aims to build 300,000 new homes annually to meet demand and maintain affordability.

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Dispute regarding the reasonableness and validity of service charges demanded under the terms and provisions of a residential lease.

Johnson v County Bideford Ltd [2012] UKUT 457 (LC)SummaryThe case of Johnson v County Bideford Ltd [2012] UKUT 457 (LC) arose because of a dispute between a lessee, Mr. Johnson, and the freeholder, County Bideford Ltd, regarding the reasonableness and validity of ser...

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There is a very bad Mould Problem in the Flat, I called the Management Company and after some time they sent round a Damp Specialist who told me that there wasn't a problem at the flat, Do I have the right to have my own “Specialist round?

Yes you do. The problem if not an obvious roof or gutter leak may well be condensation, an advice leaflet is attached to help you.

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

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

What is leasehold tenure, and how does it affect achieving Net Zero?

How to market a building: step by step ?

How will building biology make future homes more sustainable?

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

What is asbestos surveying?

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

How does building height affect fire door inspections?

What will instantly achieve an EPC grade C?

What shocking statement did the FCA's executive director make during the committee session?

Why do we need a Company to run the block/site?

Is sharing The How to Rent Guide with tenants mandatory?

What is the alternative to the right to manage process?

How have service charges for flats changed over time?

How does the Energy Company Obligation scheme 'ECO4' scheme help the UK households?

What powers does the BSR have?

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.

What are the arguments in favour for later living rent?

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 is the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service?

The Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service is a new government initiative in England and Wales offering free legal assistance to people at risk of losing their homes.

Is there any alternative to the standard procedure of bailiff eviction?

What is Michael Gove's urban rebirth housing plan?

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

What are the key benefits of renting a BTR property?

How many fix term mortgages will end in 2023 to 2024?

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

Why Is the UK facing the brunt of the global energy crisis?

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

What is the housing situation in the UK?

The UK is facing a serious housing shortage marked by a persistent scarcity of residences. The government aims to build 300,000 new homes annually to meet demand and maintain affordability.

Dispute regarding the reasonableness and validity of service charges demanded under the terms and provisions of a residential lease.

There is a very bad Mould Problem in the Flat, I called the Management Company and after some time they sent round a Damp Specialist who told me that there wasn't a problem at the flat, Do I have the right to have my own “Specialist round?

Yes you do. The problem if not an obvious roof or gutter leak may well be condensation, an advice leaflet is attached to help you.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

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

What is leasehold tenure, and how does it affect achieving Net Zero?

How to market a building: step by step ?

How will building biology make future homes more sustainable?

What is asbestos surveying?

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

How does building height affect fire door inspections?

What will instantly achieve an EPC grade C?

What shocking statement did the FCA's executive director make during the committee session?

Why do we need a Company to run the block/site?

Is sharing The How to Rent Guide with tenants mandatory?

What is the alternative to the right to manage process?

How have service charges for flats changed over time?

How does the Energy Company Obligation scheme 'ECO4' scheme help the UK households?

What powers does the BSR have?

What Is The Levelling Up Fund?

What are the arguments in favour for later living rent?

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

What is the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service?

Is there any alternative to the standard procedure of bailiff eviction?

What is Michael Gove's urban rebirth housing plan?

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

What are the key benefits of renting a BTR property?

How many fix term mortgages will end in 2023 to 2024?

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

Why Is the UK facing the brunt of the global energy crisis?

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

What is the housing situation in the UK?

Dispute regarding the reasonableness and validity of service charges demanded under the terms and provisions of a residential lease.

There is a very bad Mould Problem in the Flat, I called the Management Company and after some time they sent round a Damp Specialist who told me that there wasn't a problem at the flat, Do I have the right to have my own “Specialist round?

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