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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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What is the UK government Net ZERO target?

The Net Zero target is an initiative by the UK Government to achieve a balance between the amount of greenhouse gas emissions produced and removed from the atmosphere by 2050. The aim is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by adopting renewable energy sources, improvi...

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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 will be the final shape of the Renters Reform Bill?

The Renters Reform Bill is a proposed legislation that can change the rental sector by improving tenant rights, enhancing rental property standards, and addressing issues such as rent controls and eviction processes.

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What is the difference between the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC' and the Self Remediation Contract 'SRC'?

The Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC' applies in England and the Self Remediation Contract 'SRC' applies in Wales. Both are the government to address remedial works and life-critical fire safety defects in residential buildings measuring 11 meters or higher.

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Can someone sell a home after purchasing it under the Right to Buy scheme?

One may sell the right to buy property three years after purchase. In order to sell the home within one year after purchase, the person must repay the discount amount in full.

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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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What is the estimated cost for landlords to upgrade their properties to meet the UK EPC standard of EPC grade C?

Landlords face an estimated cost of 30 billion to bring their properties up to the recommended Energy Performance standard.

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How much will the number of households aged 65 and above renting in England increase by 2030?

The number of households aged 65 and above renting in England is projected to double by 2030. Currently, around 400,000 older households rent, and this figure is expected to surpass one million by 2033.

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What are the most significant amenities for seniors?

Amenities for safety and wellness are essential for seniors.

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What is an ownership register?

An ownership register is the legal register of who currently owns the lease at a certain point in time. A lease will always set out the original parties when it was first created, thereafter the lease is (assigned) to each subsequent purchaser. It is the registration...

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Which is the most popular shopping center in Wembley Park?

The London Designer Outlet is the most famous shopping destination in Wembley Park.

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How to reach Mezze Grill?

Mezze Grill is at 131 Wembley Park Drive, just around the corner from Wembley Park tube station.

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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 should be included in a fire door inspection?

A comprehensive fire door inspection should include checks for various aspects, such as ensuring the doors are properly installed, have appropriate signage, function correctly, and have intact fire-resistant seals. Inspectors should also verify the condition of hinge...

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What is the Building Safety Act 2022?

The UK Building Safety Act 2022 is a piece of legislation introduced to enhance the safety and standards of buildings in the UK. It includes new regulations and accountability measures during the construction process for high-rise residential buildings and retroactiv...

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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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Is the picture expected to change any time soon?

According to industry observers, there are signs of stability already in the market, but recovery will take a long time.

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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 factual position?

There are many gray areas in the Bill, and as more readings happen, the clauses and rules will gain clarity—that is why a wait-and-watch approach is recommended.

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Are there any positives for landlords in the Bill?

Yes, there are many, and the second reading has listed quite a few.

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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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Who are the worst affected by the governments spring budget 2023?

First-time buyers will find getting on the housing ladder tougher than before.

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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 are the big names in the UK's property industry calling for clarity on EPC regulations?

UK property experts want clear guidance on how and when EPC regulations will be reformed as deadlines loom. There is a lot of confusion about EPC regulations and their implementation.

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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 is the purpose of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill?

The Bill aims to empower homeowners by introducing significant reforms to the leasehold system in England and Wales, addressing issues such as creating new leasehold houses, simplifying lease extensions, enhancing transparency, and providing redress rights.

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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 are alternative policies to mitigate the impact of price volatility on project costs besides leveraging price escalation clauses?

Contractors can minimize the impact of price volatility by bulk purchasing, purchasing directly from manufacturers, and purchasing when the prices of construction materials fall

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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 our customers are asking:

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

What is the UK government Net ZERO target?

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

What will be the final shape of the Renters Reform Bill?

What is the difference between the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC' and the Self Remediation Contract 'SRC'?

Can someone sell a home after purchasing it under the Right to Buy scheme?

One may sell the right to buy property three years after purchase. In order to sell the home within one year after purchase, the person must repay the discount amount in full.

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

What is the estimated cost for landlords to upgrade their properties to meet the UK EPC standard of EPC grade C?

Landlords face an estimated cost of 30 billion to bring their properties up to the recommended Energy Performance standard.

How much will the number of households aged 65 and above renting in England increase by 2030?

What are the most significant amenities for seniors?

Amenities for safety and wellness are essential for seniors.

What is an ownership register?

Which is the most popular shopping center in Wembley Park?

The London Designer Outlet is the most famous shopping destination in Wembley Park.

How to reach Mezze Grill?

Mezze Grill is at 131 Wembley Park Drive, just around the corner from Wembley Park tube station.

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 should be included in a fire door inspection?

What is the Building Safety Act 2022?

Is freehold property good to buy?

Is the picture expected to change any time soon?

According to industry observers, there are signs of stability already in the market, but recovery will take a long time.

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

What is the factual position?

There are many gray areas in the Bill, and as more readings happen, the clauses and rules will gain clarity—that is why a wait-and-watch approach is recommended.

Are there any positives for landlords in the Bill?

Yes, there are many, and the second reading has listed quite a few.

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.

Who are the worst affected by the governments spring budget 2023?

First-time buyers will find getting on the housing ladder tougher than before.

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

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

Why are the big names in the UK's property industry calling for clarity on EPC regulations?

UK property experts want clear guidance on how and when EPC regulations will be reformed as deadlines loom. There is a lot of confusion about EPC regulations and their implementation.

What does the ruling mean for building owners in Newham?

What is the purpose of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill?

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

What are alternative policies to mitigate the impact of price volatility on project costs besides leveraging price escalation clauses?

Contractors can minimize the impact of price volatility by bulk purchasing, purchasing directly from manufacturers, and purchasing when the prices of construction materials fall

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

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

What is the UK government Net ZERO target?

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

What will be the final shape of the Renters Reform Bill?

What is the difference between the Developer Remediation Contract 'DRC' and the Self Remediation Contract 'SRC'?

Can someone sell a home after purchasing it under the Right to Buy scheme?

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

What is the estimated cost for landlords to upgrade their properties to meet the UK EPC standard of EPC grade C?

How much will the number of households aged 65 and above renting in England increase by 2030?

What are the most significant amenities for seniors?

What is an ownership register?

Which is the most popular shopping center in Wembley Park?

How to reach Mezze Grill?

Which sector is the biggest employer in Wembley?

What should be included in a fire door inspection?

What is the Building Safety Act 2022?

Is freehold property good to buy?

Is the picture expected to change any time soon?

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

What is the factual position?

Are there any positives for landlords in the Bill?

How does the rooftop development help the wider community?

Who are the worst affected by the governments spring budget 2023?

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

Why are the big names in the UK's property industry calling for clarity on EPC regulations?

What does the ruling mean for building owners in Newham?

What is the purpose of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill?

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

What are alternative policies to mitigate the impact of price volatility on project costs besides leveraging price escalation clauses?

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

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