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Minja Properties Limited v. Cussins Property Group [1998] 2 EGLR 52, HCSummaryThe case of Minja Properties Limited v Cussins Property Group [1998] 2 EGLR 52, HC Per Harman J is that pertaining to the dispute in respect of contractual obligations and the enforceabilit...

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Over what claims did John Christodoulou lose the 1.6 million pounds case?

John Christodoulou lost a 1.6 million case over excessive insurance costs in the war of attrition at the prime Canary Riverside site in Londons Docklands.

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Why is Wembley Park a suitable location to live?

Wembley Park is the perfect destination to live in because it promises multiple transport links connecting with Central London, several activities, shopping destinations, restaurants, and a thriving social scene.

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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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Which tenants can use the IDVT process for a Right to Rent Check?

Currently, the UK government allows only British and Irish nationals to use the IDVT process for the Right to Rent check. Other foreign nationals can continue the checks through the Home Office Website.

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What is the ground rents ban, and why is it causing concern in the retirement housing sector?

The ground rents ban prohibits collecting ground rents for most new residential leases in England and Wales, introduced through the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022. It came into effect on June 30, 2022, except for retirement housing leases, which were applied...

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What factors contribute to the rise in rents?

Landlords are grappling with the impact of persistent interest rate hikes on mortgages, navigating new regulations, and facing increased costs, leading to a projected surge in rents.

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How does the EU plan to counter the US Inflation Reduction Act?

The European Union is introducing green industry finance schemes to counter the US Inflation Reduction Act.

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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 are the most significant amenities for seniors?

Amenities for safety and wellness are essential for seniors.

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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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Why is the BTR industry doing so well in the UK?

The BTRs, especially the ones that are in the evolved form, have everything that a modern family needs to live comfortably and securely.

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Why are platforms like Airbnb required to report client earnings to HMRC starting January 1, 2024?

This regulatory change aims to enhance tax compliance and transparency in the gig economy, ensuring accurate income reporting by taxpayers using short-term rental and freelance platforms.

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Is Wembley a good example of a 15-minute city?

Yes. Wembley offers easy access to many amenities that can be reached by walk or a ride within minutes. Well-planned regeneration and careful planning have made it possible.

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What are the Building Safety Act limitation periods

Specifically the Act extents the limitation period to 15 years prospectively for claims under s1 and s2A (claims that accrue after the Act takes effect); and to 30 years retrospectively for claims under s1 (claims that accrued before the Act takes effect).

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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 is the biggest problem plaguing the PRS market?

The concern is a lack of quality single housing accommodation in the private rental sector, increased concern grows around landlords who could be neglecting the quality of accommodation and don’t have a designated team to manage their portfolio to today’s constantly ...

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Why are investors expected to have a tough time in the changing environment?

The series of regulatory changes, such as stricter tax rules, data privacy, and others, coupled with the economic challenges the country faces, is expected to adversely affect the investment environment in the country.

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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 does Andrew Griffith, the Economic Secretary to the Treasury, affirm regarding pooled client accounts and AML regulations?

Griffith stated that banks can apply simplified due diligence to pooled client accounts, especially when they assess the risk of money laundering and terrorist finance to be low.

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Why choose Coliving ?

Coliving also eliminates financial liability or conflict with roommates during a joint contract and can be a source of wellbeing.Coliving Apartments offer residents a clear demarcated private space. Concept-driven purpose-built coliving can be cluster flats akin to p...

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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 MEES?

MEES or Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards are regulations announced by the UK government, setting a minimum level of energy efficiency for privately rented non-domestic and domestic properties.

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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 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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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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No, the Labour Party had previously supported rent controls, including them in their manifestos. However, Lisa Nandy's opposition reflects a change in the party's stance.

Critics of rent controls worry about unintended consequences such as increased evictions and a negative impact on rental supply. They argue that rent controls may not address underlying housing market issues effectively as what is needed is greater housing supply - r...

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Are UK house prices and rental price affordability getting worse?

As of 2023, rental prices are becoming increasingly unaffordable for people with an average income in the UK. Fewer homes are available for rent now as compared to a decade ago.

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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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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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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

Dispute in respect of contractual obligations and the enforceability of some terms against the commercial lease agreement.

Over what claims did John Christodoulou lose the 1.6 million pounds case?

John Christodoulou lost a 1.6 million case over excessive insurance costs in the war of attrition at the prime Canary Riverside site in Londons Docklands.

Why is Wembley Park a suitable location to live?

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

Which tenants can use the IDVT process for a Right to Rent Check?

What is the ground rents ban, and why is it causing concern in the retirement housing sector?

What factors contribute to the rise in rents?

Landlords are grappling with the impact of persistent interest rate hikes on mortgages, navigating new regulations, and facing increased costs, leading to a projected surge in rents.

How does the EU plan to counter the US Inflation Reduction Act?

The European Union is introducing green industry finance schemes to counter the US Inflation Reduction Act.

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

What are the most significant amenities for seniors?

Amenities for safety and wellness are essential for seniors.

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

Why is the BTR industry doing so well in the UK?

The BTRs, especially the ones that are in the evolved form, have everything that a modern family needs to live comfortably and securely.

Why are platforms like Airbnb required to report client earnings to HMRC starting January 1, 2024?

This regulatory change aims to enhance tax compliance and transparency in the gig economy, ensuring accurate income reporting by taxpayers using short-term rental and freelance platforms.

Is Wembley a good example of a 15-minute city?

Yes. Wembley offers easy access to many amenities that can be reached by walk or a ride within minutes. Well-planned regeneration and careful planning have made it possible.

What are the Building Safety Act limitation periods

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

What is the biggest problem plaguing the PRS market?

Why are investors expected to have a tough time in the changing environment?

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 does Andrew Griffith, the Economic Secretary to the Treasury, affirm regarding pooled client accounts and AML regulations?

Griffith stated that banks can apply simplified due diligence to pooled client accounts, especially when they assess the risk of money laundering and terrorist finance to be low.

Why choose Coliving ?

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 MEES?

MEES or Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards are regulations announced by the UK government, setting a minimum level of energy efficiency for privately rented non-domestic and domestic properties.

How have service charges for flats changed over time?

How will building biology make future homes more sustainable?

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

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.

No, the Labour Party had previously supported rent controls, including them in their manifestos. However, Lisa Nandy's opposition reflects a change in the party's stance.

Are UK house prices and rental price affordability getting worse?

As of 2023, rental prices are becoming increasingly unaffordable for people with an average income in the UK. Fewer homes are available for rent now as compared to a decade ago.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

Dispute in respect of contractual obligations and the enforceability of some terms against the commercial lease agreement.

Over what claims did John Christodoulou lose the 1.6 million pounds case?

Why is Wembley Park a suitable location to live?

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

Which tenants can use the IDVT process for a Right to Rent Check?

What is the ground rents ban, and why is it causing concern in the retirement housing sector?

What factors contribute to the rise in rents?

How does the EU plan to counter the US Inflation Reduction Act?

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

What are the most significant amenities for seniors?

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

Why is the BTR industry doing so well in the UK?

Why are platforms like Airbnb required to report client earnings to HMRC starting January 1, 2024?

Is Wembley a good example of a 15-minute city?

What are the Building Safety Act limitation periods

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

What is the biggest problem plaguing the PRS market?

Why are investors expected to have a tough time in the changing environment?

Which organizations created the Unreasonable Behaviour policy?

What does Andrew Griffith, the Economic Secretary to the Treasury, affirm regarding pooled client accounts and AML regulations?

Why choose Coliving ?

How much greener is rail travel to driving a car?

What is MEES?

How have service charges for flats changed over time?

How will building biology make future homes more sustainable?

When is an annual return required?

No, the Labour Party had previously supported rent controls, including them in their manifestos. However, Lisa Nandy's opposition reflects a change in the party's stance.

Are UK house prices and rental price affordability getting worse?

What is the alternative to the right to manage process?

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

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