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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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Who are most likely to be affected by the rise in energy bills?

The elders and those yet to settle into their jobs are among the most vulnerable. The elders, because their aging bodies cannot cope with the freezing temperature, and the recently employed ones because they will not be able to raise more money to pay the extra charges.

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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 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 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 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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Which sector is the biggest employer in Wembley?

According to the ONS of Office of National Statistics, the wholesale and retail sectors offer employment of various types in the borough of Brent.

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What lifestyle changes can help fight fatigue?

Moderate-intensity exercise for a minimum of two hours per week, quitting smoking, addressing workplace issues, and avoiding long hours of sitting are a few lifestyle changes to mitigate fatigue.

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Has the date for implementation of the new rule been announced?

No, but it will be implemented shortly as it is already moving fast in the UK parliament.

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What is London Mayors concern about short-term rentals?

The Mayor is worried about the impact of short-term rentals on London's housing market and has proposed stricter regulations through a licensing system. He fears whole streets becoming Airbnb and less housing for Londoners.

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What is the time limit for paying inheritance tax after death?

A penalty will apply to the estate if the executors cannot pay inheritance tax within six months of the date of death.

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What happens if the New Homes Ombudsman Service finds a developer in breach of the New Homes Quality Code?

If the New Homes Ombudsman Service determines that a developer has breached the New Homes Quality Code, they can order the developer to rectify the issues, provide compensation to the homebuyer, or take other appropriate actions to address the breach.

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What is the strategy for dealing with abusive and unreasonably persistent persons?

Termination of contact is the policy to deal with unreasonably persistent and rude persons.

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Which organizations created the Unreasonable Behaviour policy?

The ARMA and IRPM developed the Unreasonable Behaviour Policy that aims to protect members from the unreasonable behaviour of clients.

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Establish the matter with relation to the proper construction and application of the lease terms and, in particular, the management and the service element charges that were to be produced to the lease holder.

Gell v 32 St John's Road (Eastbourne) Management Company Ltd [2021]SummaryGell v 32 St John's Road (Eastbourne) Management Company Ltd [2021] is predominantly developed along the lines of the singular issue that challenges the common sense of the service charges by t...

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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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How does the Fire Safety Act impact flat entrance doors, and why is it significant?

The Act includes flat entrance doors as 'non-domestic premises,' mandating regular inspection and maintenance. This ensures these doors act as crucial barriers during a fire, preventing smoke and fire from spreading within the building. Fire doors are vital as smoke ...

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What makes Ringley's home buildings insurance calculator stand out?

Ringley's calculator is highly regarded and serves as a valuable tool for industry professionals and homeowners alike. It helps assess insurance premiums, offers estimates, and is a reference for accurate coverage determination. Ringley as a leading Managing Agent h...

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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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Why ground source heat pumps are recommended?

Ground source heat pumps help reduce carbon emissions by up to 50 percent compared to traditional systems. They use the natural heat stored in the ground to heat buildings instead of burning fossil fuels like gas or oil.

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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 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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What measures are proposed to address concerns about the building safety levy's impact on viability?

The government has proposed implementing differential levy rates based on local house prices and offering exemptions for smaller-scale developments. However, questions remain about the effectiveness of these measures in alleviating the financial burden on developers ...

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What are the benefits of a country having fiscal rules?

Fiscal rules help instill discipline in government finances to maintain sustainable debt levels. They also contribute to economic stability by creating a more predictable economic environment.

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Is freehold property good to buy?

Leasehold enfranchisement……When undertaking a valuation for negotiation the Chartered Valuation Surveyor has to interpret the right evidence for the right situation to bring maximum benefit to the Client.

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What does a bank reconciliation entail?

A bank reconciliation is a routine check that should be carried out on any bank account to ensure that the cheques written leave and clear the account and that cash paid in is received by the bank. Monies that have not been received (i.e. perhaps lost in the banking ...

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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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What changes are expected in EPC assessments in the UK by 2030?

By 2030, significant changes are anticipated, including the enforcement of the Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP 11) for domestic properties in 2025, improvements in EPC methodology, and potential performance-based policies for large commercial and industrial buildi...

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I am a developer of a new build scheme involving flats and commercial units. The buyer of a commercial unit is not agreeing to a restriction at HM Land Registry preventing a sale of the unit without the Managing Agent issuing a compliance certificate. What kind of risk is he to me?

A restriction requiring a compliance certificate is critical. Its purpose is to ensure that arrears (and any other non-compliance/breach) are made known to a buyer before they take registration of the property. Effectively, the buyer cannot become the registered prop...

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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 our customers are asking:

What is a management company responsible for?

Who are most likely to be affected by the rise in energy bills?

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

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

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

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

Which sector is the biggest employer in Wembley?

According to the ONS of Office of National Statistics, the wholesale and retail sectors offer employment of various types in the borough of Brent.

What lifestyle changes can help fight fatigue?

Moderate-intensity exercise for a minimum of two hours per week, quitting smoking, addressing workplace issues, and avoiding long hours of sitting are a few lifestyle changes to mitigate fatigue.

Has the date for implementation of the new rule been announced?

No, but it will be implemented shortly as it is already moving fast in the UK parliament.

What is London Mayors concern about short-term rentals?

What is the time limit for paying inheritance tax after death?

A penalty will apply to the estate if the executors cannot pay inheritance tax within six months of the date of death.

What happens if the New Homes Ombudsman Service finds a developer in breach of the New Homes Quality Code?

What is the strategy for dealing with abusive and unreasonably persistent persons?

Termination of contact is the policy to deal with unreasonably persistent and rude persons.

Which organizations created the Unreasonable Behaviour policy?

The ARMA and IRPM developed the Unreasonable Behaviour Policy that aims to protect members from the unreasonable behaviour of clients.

Establish the matter with relation to the proper construction and application of the lease terms and, in particular, the management and the service element charges that were to be produced to the lease holder.

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.

How does the Fire Safety Act impact flat entrance doors, and why is it significant?

What makes Ringley's home buildings insurance calculator stand out?

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

Why ground source heat pumps are recommended?

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

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.

What measures are proposed to address concerns about the building safety levy's impact on viability?

What are the benefits of a country having fiscal rules?

Fiscal rules help instill discipline in government finances to maintain sustainable debt levels. They also contribute to economic stability by creating a more predictable economic environment.

Is freehold property good to buy?

What does a bank reconciliation entail?

What does the ruling mean for building owners in Newham?

What changes are expected in EPC assessments in the UK by 2030?

I am a developer of a new build scheme involving flats and commercial units. The buyer of a commercial unit is not agreeing to a restriction at HM Land Registry preventing a sale of the unit without the Managing Agent issuing a compliance certificate. What kind of risk is he to me?

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

What is a management company responsible for?

Who are most likely to be affected by the rise in energy bills?

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

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

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

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

Which sector is the biggest employer in Wembley?

What lifestyle changes can help fight fatigue?

Has the date for implementation of the new rule been announced?

What is London Mayors concern about short-term rentals?

What is the time limit for paying inheritance tax after death?

What happens if the New Homes Ombudsman Service finds a developer in breach of the New Homes Quality Code?

What is the strategy for dealing with abusive and unreasonably persistent persons?

Which organizations created the Unreasonable Behaviour policy?

Establish the matter with relation to the proper construction and application of the lease terms and, in particular, the management and the service element charges that were to be produced to the lease holder.

What announcement was made by the Housing Secretary recently?

How does the Fire Safety Act impact flat entrance doors, and why is it significant?

What makes Ringley's home buildings insurance calculator stand out?

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

Why ground source heat pumps are recommended?

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

What is the housing situation in the UK?

What measures are proposed to address concerns about the building safety levy's impact on viability?

What are the benefits of a country having fiscal rules?

Is freehold property good to buy?

What does a bank reconciliation entail?

What does the ruling mean for building owners in Newham?

What changes are expected in EPC assessments in the UK by 2030?

I am a developer of a new build scheme involving flats and commercial units. The buyer of a commercial unit is not agreeing to a restriction at HM Land Registry preventing a sale of the unit without the Managing Agent issuing a compliance certificate. What kind of risk is he to me?

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

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