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What is Building Biology?

Building Biology is a field that examines how the built environment affects human health. It focuses on creating homes free from harmful elements, promoting well-being through considerations like electromagnetic field exposure, indoor air quality, and design principles.

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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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I wasn’t invited to last year’s Annual General meeting but am to this year’s. Why is this?

Only owners who are Members of the Company or Shareholders are invited. You may not have filled in an application to become a member of the RTM or RMC or not have bought a share in the Freehold.

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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 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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What is the consultation period for Section 20?

Stages 1 and 2 each provide 30 days for consultation and invite service charge payers to provide observations.

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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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Do your fees carry VAT ?

Yes.

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How do heat pumps work?

Heat pumps capture heat from air, ground, or water sources and use a compressor to raise its temperature before transferring it to water to heat radiators, underfloor systems, and hot water cylinders.

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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 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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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 key benefits of renting a BTR property?

Renters are treated as residents not tenants. They can access five-star amenities and services, in a professionally managed property, and benefit from flexible lease options. BTR properties are generally located in desirable locations and generate a sense of communi...

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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 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 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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Has the Labour Party always supported rent controls?

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.

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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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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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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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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 are the 3 Notices called?

Stage 1 – Notice of intention. This notifies service charge payers of the planned works.Stage 2 – Notice of Estimates. This sets out quotations obtained for the work.Stage 3 – Notice of Reasons. If the contractor chosen was not the cheapest or is more expensive than...

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What made Wembley Park famous?

Wembley Park became famous because it hosted Olympic Games, World Cup, and Beatle's last concert in the UK.

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What does a bank reconciliation entail?

A bank reconciliation is a routine check that should be carried out on any bank account to ensure that the cheques written leave and clear the account and that cash paid in is received by the bank. Monies that have not been received (i.e. perhaps lost in the banking ...

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What happens when ESG is not measured?

A failure to measure ESG exposures could result in significant financial losses.

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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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How does the tenancy agreement impact my rights in repair matters?

The tenancy agreement is a vital legal document outlining responsibilities. Understanding and applying it effectively can ensure protecting and enforcing your rights, especially when landlords fail in their repair obligations.

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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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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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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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What our customers are asking:

What is Building Biology?

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

I wasn’t invited to last year’s Annual General meeting but am to this year’s. Why is this?

Only owners who are Members of the Company or Shareholders are invited. You may not have filled in an application to become a member of the RTM or RMC or not have bought a share in the Freehold.

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

How to market a building: step by step ?

What is the consultation period for Section 20?

Stages 1 and 2 each provide 30 days for consultation and invite service charge payers to provide observations.

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

Do your fees carry VAT ?

Yes.

How do heat pumps work?

What is the alternative to the right to manage process?

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

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

What are the key benefits of renting a BTR property?

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 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 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.

Has the Labour Party always supported rent controls?

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.

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.

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.

What are the arguments in favour for later living rent?

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 are the 3 Notices called?

What made Wembley Park famous?

Wembley Park became famous because it hosted Olympic Games, World Cup, and Beatle's last concert in the UK.

What does a bank reconciliation entail?

What happens when ESG is not measured?

A failure to measure ESG exposures could result in significant financial losses.

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.

How does the tenancy agreement impact my rights in repair matters?

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

How have service charges for flats changed over time?

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.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

What is Building Biology?

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

I wasn’t invited to last year’s Annual General meeting but am to this year’s. Why is this?

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

How to market a building: step by step ?

What is the consultation period for Section 20?

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

Do your fees carry VAT ?

How do heat pumps work?

What is the alternative to the right to manage process?

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

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

What are the key benefits of renting a BTR property?

Which sector is the biggest employer in Wembley?

What Is The Levelling Up Fund?

What is the average rent outside London?

Has the Labour Party always supported rent controls?

Why are the UK house sizes shrinking?

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

What are the arguments in favour for later living rent?

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 are the 3 Notices called?

What made Wembley Park famous?

What does a bank reconciliation entail?

What happens when ESG is not measured?

When does homeownership become a suitable option?

How does the tenancy agreement impact my rights in repair matters?

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

How have service charges for flats changed over time?

What is MEES?

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