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Why ground source heat pumps are recommended?

Ground source heat pumps help reduce carbon emissions by up to 50 percent compared to traditional systems. They use the natural heat stored in the ground to heat buildings instead of burning fossil fuels like gas or oil.

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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 the Energy Bills Support Scheme

From October 2022, the UK Government has offered £400 off household energy bills to help people save money. The non-payable discount will be applied to energy bills in six installments ending March 2023.

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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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Important case in the context of the party's point of enforceable agreements under English contract law as well as in interpreting the meaning of what the terms of an agreement are to embody.

Anstruther-Gough Calthorpe v McOscar [1924] 1 K.B. 716SummaryAnstruther-Gough Calthorpe v McOscar [1924] 1 K.B. 716 is an important case in the context of the party's point of enforceable agreements under English contract law as well as in interpreting the meaning of...

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Does coworking increase productivity?

Yes coworking can increase a homeworkers productivity. You should develop a regular work routine, join community events, perhaps choose a centre like Camden Gateway that has a gym to give you more time so you dont have to go to two places and to give you an adrenoli...

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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 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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What sets coliving apart from traditional shared living arrangements?

Unlike traditional shared living setups, coliving in the UK emphasises the importance of communal spaces and shared amenities to cultivate communities of like-minded individuals. With on-site swimming pools, gyms, and occasional spa facilities, coliving provides resi...

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What does a Section 20 Notice do?

Essentially Section 20 Notices aim to service charge payer’s reasonable consultation. For “works” there are up to 3 notices. Step 1 invites consultations about proposed expenditure from service charge payers and allows them to nominate a contractor. Step 2 details ...

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Who is eligible for the BBRS Historical Scheme?

Businesses with banking complaints registered from December 1, 2001, to 31 March 2019 can qualify for the scheme.

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The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

You do have a say, any demand over 250 for any 1 service charge payer must be subject to statutory section 20 consultation (up to 3 notices of 30 days each) the notices are 'statutory consultation' and you have 30 days to make observations, all such observations MUST...

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What do the UK Household Costs Indices (HCIs) cover?

The HCIs estimate inflation rates experienced by different household groups in the UK.

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Whether the service charges have been reasonably incurred and whether the leases were liable to pay the whole sum claimed.

Pemberstone Reversions Limited v Various Leaseholders [2018]SummaryThis was an action by Pemberstone Reversions Limited, Pemberstone, against various leaseholders in relation to service charges it charged. What was at issue in this decision of the Upper Tribunal (Lan...

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Why Is the UK facing the brunt of the global energy crisis?

Despite calls from environmental groups and energy management experts, the UK government did little to invest in insulation for over a decade. UK homes are among the most poorly insulated compared to other European countries. Inaction by successive governments has le...

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What risks are leaseholders facing?

The leaseholders are saddled with council works major bills running into thousands of pounds, which they will find impossible to pay.

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Why did RAAC concrete cause UK government to order the immediate closure of hundreds of school buildings?

The government took this drastic step after "new evidence" emerged, highlighting the safety risks associated with RAAC. A concrete beam collapsed during the school holidays.

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What is the LA FLEX scheme?

The LA FLEX scheme is suitable for households not receiving any benefits in the form of aid. The Local Authority Eligibility Flexibility (LA Flex) mechanism provides attractive discounts to households for energy efficiency upgrades. Under the LA FLEX scheme, the gov...

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Are Wembley rentals expensive?

Wembley rentals vary and will depend on the area where you are looking for a rental space. The average rental for a one-bedroom apartment is approximately 1,300 to 1,500 per month.

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Is it mandatory for the landlords to share the guide with the tenants?

Yes, it has been made mandatory for the landlords to share the latest version of the How To Rent guide with the tenants at the beginning of the tenancy or on renewal.

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Does a Section 20 apply to all works?

No.Only when a service charge payer would have to contribute £250 or more.

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Why is Wembley fast becoming a coworking hotspot?

There are many reasons. It has an excellent transportation system and easily connects Wembley to the rest of London. Wembley has large office buildings with modern facilities, making it an attractive location to set up coworking spaces.

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Why do some consumers express reluctance to use Open Banking?

Misunderstandings and misconceptions lead some consumers to believe Open Banking gathers more data than is required, creating a perception of invasiveness.

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What is the Energy Price Guarantee initiative?

The Energy Price Guarantee move by the government aims to reduce the unit cost of electricity and gas for UK households and is initiated automatically.

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What are vital aspects of the law of the landlord and tenant?

Iperion Investments Corp. V Broadwalk House Residents Ltd [1995] 2 EGLR 47SummaryIperion Investments Corp. v Broadwalk House Residents Ltd [1995] 2 EGLR 47 was a dispute involving rights of management and service charge as executed in a residential lease. The details...

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Is the BTR market still evolving?

Yes. Experts are of the view that there are a few concerns that must be addressed and the evolving BTR will appeal to an unlimited market in the near future.

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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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The Band C Regulation

Landlords of privately rented properties in the UK must ensure that their properties meet the minimum energy efficiency standard of Band C.

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What will change after the scrapping of Section 21 evictions?

Abolishment of Section 21 will cause landlords to ask for guarantors or assurances if the tenant is exploring long-term renting. The eviction process will become more expensive and lengthy in the absence of Section 21 evictions.

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What is tenant anti-social behaviour?

The government outlines that persistent noise or being drunk and disorderly will be labelled as anti-social behaviour. The government also states that intimidatory behaviour, drug use, vandalism, and neighbours consistently playing loud music or letting their dog bar...

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

Why ground source heat pumps are recommended?

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

What is the Energy Bills Support Scheme

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

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

Important case in the context of the party's point of enforceable agreements under English contract law as well as in interpreting the meaning of what the terms of an agreement are to embody.

Does coworking increase productivity?

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

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

What sets coliving apart from traditional shared living arrangements?

What does a Section 20 Notice do?

Who is eligible for the BBRS Historical Scheme?

Businesses with banking complaints registered from December 1, 2001, to 31 March 2019 can qualify for the scheme.

The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

What do the UK Household Costs Indices (HCIs) cover?

The HCIs estimate inflation rates experienced by different household groups in the UK.

Whether the service charges have been reasonably incurred and whether the leases were liable to pay the whole sum claimed.

Why Is the UK facing the brunt of the global energy crisis?

What risks are leaseholders facing?

The leaseholders are saddled with council works major bills running into thousands of pounds, which they will find impossible to pay.

Why did RAAC concrete cause UK government to order the immediate closure of hundreds of school buildings?

The government took this drastic step after "new evidence" emerged, highlighting the safety risks associated with RAAC. A concrete beam collapsed during the school holidays.

What is the LA FLEX scheme?

Are Wembley rentals expensive?

Wembley rentals vary and will depend on the area where you are looking for a rental space. The average rental for a one-bedroom apartment is approximately 1,300 to 1,500 per month.

Is it mandatory for the landlords to share the guide with the tenants?

Yes, it has been made mandatory for the landlords to share the latest version of the How To Rent guide with the tenants at the beginning of the tenancy or on renewal.

Does a Section 20 apply to all works?

No.Only when a service charge payer would have to contribute £250 or more.

Why is Wembley fast becoming a coworking hotspot?

Why do some consumers express reluctance to use Open Banking?

Misunderstandings and misconceptions lead some consumers to believe Open Banking gathers more data than is required, creating a perception of invasiveness.

What is the Energy Price Guarantee initiative?

The Energy Price Guarantee move by the government aims to reduce the unit cost of electricity and gas for UK households and is initiated automatically.

What are vital aspects of the law of the landlord and tenant?

Is the BTR market still evolving?

Yes. Experts are of the view that there are a few concerns that must be addressed and the evolving BTR will appeal to an unlimited market in the near future.

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.

The Band C Regulation

Landlords of privately rented properties in the UK must ensure that their properties meet the minimum energy efficiency standard of Band C.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

Why ground source heat pumps are recommended?

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

What is the Energy Bills Support Scheme

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

Important case in the context of the party's point of enforceable agreements under English contract law as well as in interpreting the meaning of what the terms of an agreement are to embody.

Does coworking increase productivity?

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

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

What sets coliving apart from traditional shared living arrangements?

What does a Section 20 Notice do?

Who is eligible for the BBRS Historical Scheme?

The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

What do the UK Household Costs Indices (HCIs) cover?

Whether the service charges have been reasonably incurred and whether the leases were liable to pay the whole sum claimed.

Why Is the UK facing the brunt of the global energy crisis?

What risks are leaseholders facing?

Why did RAAC concrete cause UK government to order the immediate closure of hundreds of school buildings?

What is the LA FLEX scheme?

Are Wembley rentals expensive?

Is it mandatory for the landlords to share the guide with the tenants?

Does a Section 20 apply to all works?

Why is Wembley fast becoming a coworking hotspot?

Why do some consumers express reluctance to use Open Banking?

What is the Energy Price Guarantee initiative?

What are vital aspects of the law of the landlord and tenant?

Is the BTR market still evolving?

What is the average rent outside London?

The Band C Regulation

What will change after the scrapping of Section 21 evictions?

What is tenant anti-social behaviour?

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