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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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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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Whether such clauses(EWCA Civ 1013) were generally speaking, fair and reasonable hence enforceable under the English law of contract?

Long Mint Limited v Rye [2005] EWCA Civ 1013SummaryThis is an action brought by Long Mint Limited against Rye [2005] EWCA Civ 1013 concerning the validity and enforceability of a set of contractual terms of a business agreement. The Court of Appeal had to decide whet...

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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 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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What is the significance of the Aviva Investors v Williams Supreme Court decision in UK property law?

The Aviva Investors case has brought about significant changes in property law, particularly in relation to section 27A (6) of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. It has redefined the scope of this section, which affects how service charge disputes are determined.

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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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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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What is the aim of LVC?

LVC must ensure that the benefits of public investment and planning decisions are shared more fairly across society.

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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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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 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 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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What is the average rent outside London?

In 2022 outside of London, the average private rent has increased to a record-breaking £1,162 per month.

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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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Court Appointed Manager–do I have the right to apply?

The right to apply for the appointment of a Court Appointed Manager depends on the specific laws and regulations governing the jurisdiction in which the property is located. Generally, the right to apply for a Court Appointed Manager is granted to individuals or part...

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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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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 are the most significant amenities for seniors?

Amenities for safety and wellness are essential for seniors.

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How to market a building: step by step ?

Launch planning includes recruting the team, opening the lettings office and dry run training, tech enablement, visiting competing product, a final review of rent pricing, arranging videography, development websites, show flat furniture, notifying the press, universi...

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How does the freezing of housing benefits affect renters?

It will prevent access to LHA or local housing allowance for those who rent their homes. Shelter suggests that tenants will lose nearly 1,000 yearly due to rising rents and the new benefits freeze.

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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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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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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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Why are the UK house sizes shrinking?

Shortage of the number of plots and the need to build more houses is causing the shrinking of UK houses. Government policy has favoured smaller house sizes since about the 1970s.

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What are the proposed changes to building control regulations for high-rise buildings in the UK?

The UK government plans to introduce a new building safety levy on various residential developments, including properties intended for sale, build-to-rent (BTR) properties, purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA), and private retirement housing.

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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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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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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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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

Why is there so much uncertainty in the BTL market?

Why do people prefer to settle in Wembley?

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

Whether such clauses(EWCA Civ 1013) were generally speaking, fair and reasonable hence enforceable under the English law of contract?

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

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.

What is the significance of the Aviva Investors v Williams Supreme Court decision in UK property law?

What is London Mayors concern about short-term rentals?

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.

What is the aim of LVC?

LVC must ensure that the benefits of public investment and planning decisions are shared more fairly across society.

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

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

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

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.

What is the average rent outside London?

In 2022 outside of London, the average private rent has increased to a record-breaking £1,162 per month.

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

Court Appointed Manager–do I have the right to apply?

What does a service charge cover?

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.

What are the most significant amenities for seniors?

Amenities for safety and wellness are essential for seniors.

How to market a building: step by step ?

How does the freezing of housing benefits affect renters?

It will prevent access to LHA or local housing allowance for those who rent their homes. Shelter suggests that tenants will lose nearly 1,000 yearly due to rising rents and the new benefits freeze.

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.

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.

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

Why are the UK house sizes shrinking?

Shortage of the number of plots and the need to build more houses is causing the shrinking of UK houses. Government policy has favoured smaller house sizes since about the 1970s.

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?

Why do people prefer to settle in Wembley?

Whether such clauses(EWCA Civ 1013) were generally speaking, fair and reasonable hence enforceable under the English law of contract?

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

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?

What is the significance of the Aviva Investors v Williams Supreme Court decision in UK property law?

What is London Mayors concern about short-term rentals?

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

What is the aim of LVC?

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

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

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

What is the housing situation in the UK?

What is the average rent outside London?

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

Court Appointed Manager–do I have the right to apply?

What does a service charge cover?

Are UK house prices and rental price affordability getting worse?

What are the most significant amenities for seniors?

How to market a building: step by step ?

How does the freezing of housing benefits affect renters?

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

Which sector is the biggest employer in Wembley?

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

Why are the UK house sizes shrinking?

What are the proposed changes to building control regulations for high-rise buildings in the UK?

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

What is Michael Gove's urban rebirth housing plan?

What is the UK government Net ZERO target?

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