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Why is there so much uncertainty in the BTL market?

High interest rates and increased stress rates have made it challenging for landlords to cope with the situation. Lenders are also unwilling to open their purses generously because of uncertain economic conditions.

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Important case in the context of the party's point of enforceable agreements under English contract law as well as in interpreting the meaning of what the terms of an agreement are to embody.

Anstruther-Gough Calthorpe v McOscar [1924] 1 K.B. 716SummaryAnstruther-Gough Calthorpe v McOscar [1924] 1 K.B. 716 is an important case in the context of the party's point of enforceable agreements under English contract law as well as in interpreting the meaning of...

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What is the government doing to resolve the problem?

The government is trying hard to provide relief to the renters, but they must also address the problems the landlords face if they want to improve the supply status.

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What is at the core of the new identity verification rules?

Under the new rules, directors, and owners of these organizations will have to verify their identity at the Companies House or an Authorised Corporate Service Provider.

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Which was the UK's most serious residential fire since the Second World War?

The Grenfell Tower fire was the most devastating fire after the Second World War in the UK, killing 72 people. Other notable fires that have influenced the direction of travel when it comes to building safety are

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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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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 criticism has the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) faced regarding leasehold insurance irregularities?

The FCA has been strongly criticised by Insurance Business magazine for its lack of action in addressing leasehold insurance irregularities.

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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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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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Why is Wembley fast becoming a coworking hotspot?

There are many reasons. It has an excellent transportation system and easily connects Wembley to the rest of London. Wembley has large office buildings with modern facilities, making it an attractive location to set up coworking spaces.

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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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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 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 defence can a developer offer in respect of new developer claims now limitation periods have been extended?

Generally there are TWO potential defences a defendant may be able to raise in respect of the new limitation periods:if the claim has already been settled or determined; orthe extended limitation period breaches the defendant’s rights under the Human Rights Act 1998....

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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 other measures are being taken to enhance animal welfare standards in the UK?

In addition to microchipping reforms, the UK government has introduced new laws to recognise animal sentience, impose tougher penalties for animal cruelty offences, and ban activities such as glue traps and the import of detached shark fins.

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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 financial support is available for heat pump installations?

The UK government offers grants through schemes like the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), Energy Company Obligation (ECO), and Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan program, providing up to 7,500 grants and additional funding for eligible rural homes.

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What is a Notice to Quit?

The Notice to Quit applies to rolling agreements, such as weekly or monthly occupancy agreements.

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What is the UK government proposed investment in Net zero for buildings?

The Department for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) will deliver an additional 6bn in investment, planned during the next parliament. The task force will also oversee the delivery of energy efficiency improvements from homes, businesses, and the publi...

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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 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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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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What is the Building Safety Act?

The UK Building Safety Act is a piece of legislation introduced to enhance the safety and standards of buildings in the UK. It includes new regulations and accountability measures for high-rise residential buildings.

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What do tenancy inventory reporting software systems do?

Inventory software such as Ringley's Quick Inventory offer checklists and photo capture to document an accurate picture of a property so as to create a benchmark against which loss, damage and wear and tear can be checked when a tenant leaves.

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What is the ideal time for jogging in the UK?

Early evening is a suitable time for jogging because the body has optimum energy stores, core temperature, and alertness.

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Does the cause of action apply UK wide?

The causes of action will apply to building in England, Wales and Scotland. We are introducing a power to extend this legislation to include buildings in Northern Ireland.

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How can the HMRC benefit from the Renters Reform Bill?

HMRC can access details of landlords' finances and identify the defaulters and initiate action against them.

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The interpretation and enforcement of provisions regarding service charges under residential tenancies by pointing out the need for reasonableness and transparency in property management.

Akorita v 36 Gensing Road Limited [LRX/16/2008]SummaryThe cases are similar the Akorita v 36 Gensing Road Limited [LRX/16/2008] as they pose a cause against management and service charges in connection to a property. Mr. Akorita was the lease holder in the case and t...

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What our customers are asking:

Why is there so much uncertainty in the BTL market?

Important case in the context of the party's point of enforceable agreements under English contract law as well as in interpreting the meaning of what the terms of an agreement are to embody.

What is the government doing to resolve the problem?

The government is trying hard to provide relief to the renters, but they must also address the problems the landlords face if they want to improve the supply status.

What is at the core of the new identity verification rules?

Under the new rules, directors, and owners of these organizations will have to verify their identity at the Companies House or an Authorised Corporate Service Provider.

Which was the UK's most serious residential fire since the Second World War?

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.

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

What criticism has the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) faced regarding leasehold insurance irregularities?

The FCA has been strongly criticised by Insurance Business magazine for its lack of action in addressing leasehold insurance irregularities.

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

What are the arguments in favour for later living rent?

Why is Wembley fast becoming a coworking hotspot?

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.

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

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

What defence can a developer offer in respect of new developer claims now limitation periods have been extended?

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 other measures are being taken to enhance animal welfare standards in the UK?

What is London Mayors concern about short-term rentals?

What financial support is available for heat pump installations?

What is a Notice to Quit?

The Notice to Quit applies to rolling agreements, such as weekly or monthly occupancy agreements.

What is the UK government proposed investment in Net zero for buildings?

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

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

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

What is the Building Safety Act?

What do tenancy inventory reporting software systems do?

What is the ideal time for jogging in the UK?

Early evening is a suitable time for jogging because the body has optimum energy stores, core temperature, and alertness.

Does the cause of action apply UK wide?

The causes of action will apply to building in England, Wales and Scotland. We are introducing a power to extend this legislation to include buildings in Northern Ireland.

How can the HMRC benefit from the Renters Reform Bill?

HMRC can access details of landlords' finances and identify the defaulters and initiate action against them.

The interpretation and enforcement of provisions regarding service charges under residential tenancies by pointing out the need for reasonableness and transparency in property management.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

Why is there so much uncertainty in the BTL market?

Important case in the context of the party's point of enforceable agreements under English contract law as well as in interpreting the meaning of what the terms of an agreement are to embody.

What is the government doing to resolve the problem?

What is at the core of the new identity verification rules?

Which was the UK's most serious residential fire since the Second World War?

How does Building Biology impact home construction?

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

What criticism has the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) faced regarding leasehold insurance irregularities?

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

What are the arguments in favour for later living rent?

Why is Wembley fast becoming a coworking hotspot?

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

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

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

What defence can a developer offer in respect of new developer claims now limitation periods have been extended?

How does the rooftop development help the wider community?

What other measures are being taken to enhance animal welfare standards in the UK?

What is London Mayors concern about short-term rentals?

What financial support is available for heat pump installations?

What is a Notice to Quit?

What is the UK government proposed investment in Net zero for buildings?

How much greener is rail travel to driving a car?

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

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

What is the Building Safety Act?

What do tenancy inventory reporting software systems do?

What is the ideal time for jogging in the UK?

Does the cause of action apply UK wide?

How can the HMRC benefit from the Renters Reform Bill?

The interpretation and enforcement of provisions regarding service charges under residential tenancies by pointing out the need for reasonableness and transparency in property management.

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