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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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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 shocking statement did the FCA's executive director make during the committee session?

Sheldon Mills, the FCA's executive director for consumers and competition, stated that the FCA had only become aware of the leasehold insurance concerns shortly before being prompted by Michael Gove to initiate an investigation.

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How many landlords receive help from local authorities to tackle the anti-social behaviour of tenants?

Only about 15 percent of landlords receive help from local authorities to tackle anti-social behaviour. This needs to change if The Renters Reform Bill becomes law in 2023 as the government is likely to go ahead and scrap section 21 repossession notices. The tougher...

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What does the analysis of the PRS market reveal?

The survey reveals that the PRS market is on an upward trend compared to the figures for the past 10 years.

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How many fix term mortgages will end in 2023 to 2024?

More than two million mortgages will end their fixed term between 2023 and 2024. With rising interest rates, it will simply cost landlords more to refinance then, further complicating the market situation.Most tenants want to maintain the status quo and avoid paying ...

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What is the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service?

The Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service is a new government initiative in England and Wales offering free legal assistance to people at risk of losing their homes.

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What should be checked during a communal door inspection?

During a communal door inspection, several aspects should be examined, including the functionality of self-closing devices, potential alterations that might affect the door's performance, the presence of combined smoke and fire seals, and the door's certification.

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Are there any specific requirements for tall buildings regarding communal door inspections?

Yes, for buildings over 11 meters in height, it is necessary to make every effort to inspect fire doors at the entrances of individual residential units annually, in addition to the regular communal door inspections.

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What are council tax premiums in Wales, and why are they being implemented?

Council tax premiums in Wales are additional charges imposed on long-term empty dwellings and second homes to motivate property owners to bring their vacant properties into use as safe and affordable homes. The premiums aim to address housing shortages and promote ho...

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What is Michael Gove's urban rebirth housing plan?

Michael Gove's plan aims to build 50,000 new homes in Cambridge as part of the government's broader goal of constructing one million new homes in cities during this parliamentary term. The plan focuses on addressing the long-standing housing undersupply issue in the ...

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Why do people prefer to settle in Wembley?

Wembleys location, entertainment, regeneration, and affordability make it an attractive place, especially for todays generation.

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What does a service charge cover?

Leaseholders pay service charges as their share for the repair and management of the building. The lease outlines the landlord's obligations for building maintenance and the leaseholder's obligations to pay service charges.

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What is asbestos surveying?

Asbestos Type 2 survey includes taking samples – The presence of asbestos can be confirmed or ruled out after samples undergo lab analysis. This type of survey will also identify the type of asbestos present and the level of risk involved.

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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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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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Who in the UK provides Resident Apps for Built to Rent industry?

The Ringley Group owns Busy Living which is its App Generator portal and has the ability to create and white-label integrated, user-friendly Residents Apps to meet the needs of your building and with your brand.

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How does the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill aim to benefit current leaseholders?

The bill primarily intends to simplify and reduce costs for leaseholders looking to extend their lease or purchase their freehold.

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What are the proposed changes regarding ground rents?

The government is seeking opinions on various proposals, including setting ground rents at a nominal amount, establishing a maximum financial limit, capping ground rents as a percentage of property value, restricting ground rent in existing leases, and freezing groun...

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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 powers does the BSR have?

The BSR has various powers to fulfill its regulatory responsibilities. It can take enforcement actions, such as issuing penalties and prohibition notices, to ensure compliance with building safety standards. The BSR can also recover costs from regulated parties.Botto...

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There is a very bad Mould Problem in the Flat, I called the Management Company and after some time they sent round a Damp Specialist who told me that there wasn't a problem at the flat, Do I have the right to have my own “Specialist round?

Yes you do. The problem if not an obvious roof or gutter leak may well be condensation, an advice leaflet is attached to help you.

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What Is The Levelling Up Fund?

Levelling Up was launched to make the rich and poor areas of the country more equal. The aim was to create more jobs and support the economy.

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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 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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How does solar water heating work in the UK?

Solar water heating uses solar collectors to capture sunlight and heat a fluid. This heated fluid is then used to warm the water in a cylinder for use in bathrooms and kitchens.

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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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When does homeownership become a suitable option?

Lower interest rates and availability of higher deposit makes homeownership a better option as the monthly loan instalments will be lower than monthly rent.

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What grounds did the leaseholders argue for their right to manage?

The leaseholders argued that they met the requirements based on the default provisions of section 76(2)(a), which states that a long lease lasts for more than 21 years. They contended that their shared ownership leases should be considered "long leases" under this pr...

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Why were UK banks initially hesitant to provide loans for flats with cladding after the Grenfell Tower tragedy?

UK banks were concerned about safety risks and potential costs associated with remediation procedures for flats with cladding after the Grenfell Tower tragedy. Ultimately, they have to protect their security.

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

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.

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 shocking statement did the FCA's executive director make during the committee session?

How many landlords receive help from local authorities to tackle the anti-social behaviour of tenants?

What does the analysis of the PRS market reveal?

The survey reveals that the PRS market is on an upward trend compared to the figures for the past 10 years.

How many fix term mortgages will end in 2023 to 2024?

What is the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service?

The Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service is a new government initiative in England and Wales offering free legal assistance to people at risk of losing their homes.

What should be checked during a communal door inspection?

Are there any specific requirements for tall buildings regarding communal door inspections?

What are council tax premiums in Wales, and why are they being implemented?

What is Michael Gove's urban rebirth housing plan?

Why do people prefer to settle in Wembley?

Wembleys location, entertainment, regeneration, and affordability make it an attractive place, especially for todays generation.

What does a service charge cover?

What is asbestos surveying?

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

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

Who in the UK provides Resident Apps for Built to Rent industry?

How does the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill aim to benefit current leaseholders?

The bill primarily intends to simplify and reduce costs for leaseholders looking to extend their lease or purchase their freehold.

What are the proposed changes regarding ground rents?

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

What powers does the BSR have?

There is a very bad Mould Problem in the Flat, I called the Management Company and after some time they sent round a Damp Specialist who told me that there wasn't a problem at the flat, Do I have the right to have my own “Specialist round?

Yes you do. The problem if not an obvious roof or gutter leak may well be condensation, an advice leaflet is attached to help you.

What Is The Levelling Up Fund?

Levelling Up was launched to make the rich and poor areas of the country more equal. The aim was to create more jobs and support the economy.

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

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

How does solar water heating work in the UK?

Solar water heating uses solar collectors to capture sunlight and heat a fluid. This heated fluid is then used to warm the water in a cylinder for use in bathrooms and kitchens.

Why is there so much uncertainty in the BTL market?

When does homeownership become a suitable option?

Lower interest rates and availability of higher deposit makes homeownership a better option as the monthly loan instalments will be lower than monthly rent.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

What is the housing situation in the UK?

Which organizations created the Unreasonable Behaviour policy?

What shocking statement did the FCA's executive director make during the committee session?

How many landlords receive help from local authorities to tackle the anti-social behaviour of tenants?

What does the analysis of the PRS market reveal?

How many fix term mortgages will end in 2023 to 2024?

What is the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service?

What should be checked during a communal door inspection?

Are there any specific requirements for tall buildings regarding communal door inspections?

What are council tax premiums in Wales, and why are they being implemented?

What is Michael Gove's urban rebirth housing plan?

Why do people prefer to settle in Wembley?

What does a service charge cover?

What is asbestos surveying?

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

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

Who in the UK provides Resident Apps for Built to Rent industry?

How does the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill aim to benefit current leaseholders?

What are the proposed changes regarding ground rents?

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

What powers does the BSR have?

There is a very bad Mould Problem in the Flat, I called the Management Company and after some time they sent round a Damp Specialist who told me that there wasn't a problem at the flat, Do I have the right to have my own “Specialist round?

What Is The Levelling Up Fund?

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

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

How does solar water heating work in the UK?

Why is there so much uncertainty in the BTL market?

When does homeownership become a suitable option?

What grounds did the leaseholders argue for their right to manage?

Why were UK banks initially hesitant to provide loans for flats with cladding after the Grenfell Tower tragedy?

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