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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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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 strategies are being employed to address the skills shortage in the UK construction industry?

Efforts are being made to attract and retain young talent. Enhancing the industry's image among younger generations, implementing reskilling and upskilling initiatives, and bridging the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern technologies are key strategies.

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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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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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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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When is an annual return required?

An annual return is required every year annually on the birthday of the company i.e. the anniversary of the date on which the company was incorporated.

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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 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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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 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 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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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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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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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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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 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 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 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 90 day short let cap?

Airbnb replied to the concerns about the number of listings and their impact and stated that they take housing concerns seriously and have previously worked with the Mayor to enforce a 90-night cap on rentals in London.

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What made Wembley Park famous?

Wembley Park became famous because it hosted Olympic Games, World Cup, and Beatle's last concert in the UK.

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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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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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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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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 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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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 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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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 our customers are asking:

What is a management company responsible for?

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

What strategies are being employed to address the skills shortage in the UK construction industry?

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

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

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

When is an annual return required?

An annual return is required every year annually on the birthday of the company i.e. the anniversary of the date on which the company was incorporated.

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 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.

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

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 does the ruling mean for building owners in Newham?

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.

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.

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.

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

What will instantly achieve an EPC grade C?

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 is London Mayors concern about short-term rentals?

What is the 90 day short let cap?

What made Wembley Park famous?

Wembley Park became famous because it hosted Olympic Games, World Cup, and Beatle's last concert in the UK.

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

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

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.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

What is a management company responsible for?

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

What strategies are being employed to address the skills shortage in the UK construction industry?

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

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

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

When is an annual return required?

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 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?

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

What Is BBRS?

What does the ruling mean for building owners in Newham?

Which sector is the biggest employer in Wembley?

Which organizations created the Unreasonable Behaviour policy?

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

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

What will instantly achieve an EPC grade C?

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

What is London Mayors concern about short-term rentals?

What is the 90 day short let cap?

What made Wembley Park famous?

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

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

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.

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

What does a bank reconciliation entail?

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

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

Is freehold property good to buy?

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