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What is a measured survey, and why is it necessary for construction projects?

A measured survey is a detailed examination of a building or site to produce accurate drawings, including floor plans, elevations, and section drawings. It is essential for construction projects as it provides architects, designers, and contractors with precise measu...

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What are the key problems facing the property market in the UK?

Some of the major problems buyers and sellers face in the property market are lack of efficiency in the process and energy management.

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What are the main objectives of Second Floor Studios and Arts in Wembley?

Second Floor Studios and Arts strive to foster collaboration, relationships, and a sense of community with a viable workplace for designers, makers, and artists.

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What should a landlord do if they cannot resolve the anti-social behaviour issue themselves?

Contacting the police or local authorities for help is an option if the landlord cannot resolve the anti-social behaviour issue.

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What is the Environmental Farmers Group (EFG)?

EFG is a cooperative founded by farmers in Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Dorset dedicated to implementing coordinated environmental projects on a catchment scale.

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What to expect while living in Wembley?

Living in Wembley is a highly satisfying experience as it has many amenities and excellent transportation facilities. The food, music, and entertainment scene is buzzing too.

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What information is typically required by home building insurance calculators?

Buildings insurance calculators need to consider the construction type, age of the buildings, construction costs, building features, demolition and site clearance, professional fees, building regulations and compliance, location, claims History, inflation, and escala...

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What is forfeiture?

Forfeiture is essentially an action to terminate a lease in accordance with the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954. Since February 2005 for residential properties it is a requirement to first seek sanction that the proposed act you intend to rely on to forfeit a lease is a...

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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 is RAAC concrete and why is it causing concern in the UK?

Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) is a lightweight construction material used in buildings, including schools, between the 1950s and 1990s. The concern arises because RAAC has a limited design life of 30 years, and structural issues have emerged in these ...

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What is included in a homebuyers survey?

The inspection for a Homebuyer Survey includes an investigation of damp issues, rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation as well as timber defects such as over-stressed timbers and beetle infestation. A Homebuyer Survey does include a visual inspection of the s...

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Let's explore what the reasons Renters Reform Bill being introduced are

Statistics show that many renters live in properties that are deemed to be unfit, more than half of which pose a risk to renters' health and safety. The Renters Reform Bill aims to address this, and many such problems renters face.

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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 financial support is available for heat pump installations?

The UK government offers grants through schemes like the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), Energy Company Obligation (ECO), and Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan program, providing up to 7,500 grants and additional funding for eligible rural homes.

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Can someone sell a home after purchasing it under the Right to Buy scheme?

One may sell the right to buy property three years after purchase. In order to sell the home within one year after purchase, the person must repay the discount amount in full.

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How does the new mortgage charter benefit borrowers?

The charter allows borrowers to communicate with their lender without impacting their credit score, provides the option to switch to interest-only or extend the mortgage term without credit score consequences, and offers measures to avoid repossession in extreme circ...

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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 are the concerns raised by experts regarding the new service?

Some experts have expressed concerns about potential unintended consequences leading to larger backlogs in the legal system. They suggest balancing protecting tenants' rights and ensuring legitimate cases do not experience unnecessary delays.

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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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What were the concerns raised by MPs during the parliamentary debate regarding the scrapped energy efficiency rules?

Many MPs voiced concerns about the impact on families renting from private landlords, citing potential higher energy bills and the environmental consequences of not implementing higher standards in the private rental sector.

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What is the Labour Party's plan to address the housing crisis?

The Labour Party aims to build more affordable housing, focusing on council housing and ensuring that residents can access suitable, affordable homes.

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What is an ownership register?

An ownership register is the legal register of who currently owns the lease at a certain point in time. A lease will always set out the original parties when it was first created, thereafter the lease is (assigned) to each subsequent purchaser. It is the registration...

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How did the Chancellor address the issue of falling tax revenues and potential budget deficit?

The Chancellor's NIC cut is estimated to reduce tax revenues by 10.5 billion annually. Future tax increases resulting from freezing income tax thresholds are planned to offset this.

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What Is Band C Regulation?

Landlords of privately rented properties in the UK must ensure that their properties meet a minimum energy efficiency standard of Band C by 2025.

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Are solar PV systems prevalent in the UK?

The UK is a leading market for solar PV in Europe. There are over one million solar PV installations across the country. The governments Feed-in Tariff scheme provides financial incentives for households and businesses to install solar PV systems.

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Can a Court Appointed Manager be involved in legal proceedings on behalf of the property business?

Yes, a Court Appointed Manager can be involved in legal proceedings on behalf of the property business, depending on the specific authority granted to them by the court. Their involvement in legal proceedings can include various actions such as initiating legal actio...

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Which types of buildings will fall under the higher risk regime?

Residential buildings (with at least two units), care homes, and hospitals that are 18m tall or have at least 7 storeys will be subject to the new regime.

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What other measures are being taken to enhance animal welfare standards in the UK?

In addition to microchipping reforms, the UK government has introduced new laws to recognise animal sentience, impose tougher penalties for animal cruelty offences, and ban activities such as glue traps and the import of detached shark fins.

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Is there a growth in demand for rental properties in Wales?

According to research, 76 percent of Welsh landlords reported increased demand for rental properties in the first quarter of 2023.

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How does Building Biology impact home construction?

Building Biology guides home construction by emphasising health-conscious design and material choices. It aims to create living spaces that support physical and mental comfort.

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

What is a measured survey, and why is it necessary for construction projects?

What are the key problems facing the property market in the UK?

Some of the major problems buyers and sellers face in the property market are lack of efficiency in the process and energy management.

What are the main objectives of Second Floor Studios and Arts in Wembley?

Second Floor Studios and Arts strive to foster collaboration, relationships, and a sense of community with a viable workplace for designers, makers, and artists.

What should a landlord do if they cannot resolve the anti-social behaviour issue themselves?

Contacting the police or local authorities for help is an option if the landlord cannot resolve the anti-social behaviour issue.

What is the Environmental Farmers Group (EFG)?

EFG is a cooperative founded by farmers in Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Dorset dedicated to implementing coordinated environmental projects on a catchment scale.

What to expect while living in Wembley?

Living in Wembley is a highly satisfying experience as it has many amenities and excellent transportation facilities. The food, music, and entertainment scene is buzzing too.

What information is typically required by home building insurance calculators?

What is forfeiture?

What sets coliving apart from traditional shared living arrangements?

What is RAAC concrete and why is it causing concern in the UK?

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

Let's explore what the reasons Renters Reform Bill being introduced are

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

What financial support is available for heat pump installations?

Can someone sell a home after purchasing it under the Right to Buy scheme?

One may sell the right to buy property three years after purchase. In order to sell the home within one year after purchase, the person must repay the discount amount in full.

How does the new mortgage charter benefit borrowers?

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 are the concerns raised by experts regarding the new service?

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.

What were the concerns raised by MPs during the parliamentary debate regarding the scrapped energy efficiency rules?

What is the Labour Party's plan to address the housing crisis?

The Labour Party aims to build more affordable housing, focusing on council housing and ensuring that residents can access suitable, affordable homes.

What is an ownership register?

How did the Chancellor address the issue of falling tax revenues and potential budget deficit?

The Chancellor's NIC cut is estimated to reduce tax revenues by 10.5 billion annually. Future tax increases resulting from freezing income tax thresholds are planned to offset this.

What Is Band C Regulation?

Landlords of privately rented properties in the UK must ensure that their properties meet a minimum energy efficiency standard of Band C by 2025.

Are solar PV systems prevalent in the UK?

Can a Court Appointed Manager be involved in legal proceedings on behalf of the property business?

Which types of buildings will fall under the higher risk regime?

Residential buildings (with at least two units), care homes, and hospitals that are 18m tall or have at least 7 storeys will be subject to the new regime.

What other measures are being taken to enhance animal welfare standards in the UK?

Is there a growth in demand for rental properties in Wales?

According to research, 76 percent of Welsh landlords reported increased demand for rental properties in the first quarter of 2023.

How does Building Biology impact home construction?

Building Biology guides home construction by emphasising health-conscious design and material choices. It aims to create living spaces that support physical and mental comfort.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

What is a measured survey, and why is it necessary for construction projects?

What are the key problems facing the property market in the UK?

What are the main objectives of Second Floor Studios and Arts in Wembley?

What should a landlord do if they cannot resolve the anti-social behaviour issue themselves?

What is the Environmental Farmers Group (EFG)?

What to expect while living in Wembley?

What information is typically required by home building insurance calculators?

What is forfeiture?

What sets coliving apart from traditional shared living arrangements?

What is RAAC concrete and why is it causing concern in the UK?

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

Let's explore what the reasons Renters Reform Bill being introduced are

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

What financial support is available for heat pump installations?

Can someone sell a home after purchasing it under the Right to Buy scheme?

How does the new mortgage charter benefit borrowers?

Is the BTR market still evolving?

What are the concerns raised by experts regarding the new service?

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

What were the concerns raised by MPs during the parliamentary debate regarding the scrapped energy efficiency rules?

What is the Labour Party's plan to address the housing crisis?

What is an ownership register?

How did the Chancellor address the issue of falling tax revenues and potential budget deficit?

What Is Band C Regulation?

Are solar PV systems prevalent in the UK?

Can a Court Appointed Manager be involved in legal proceedings on behalf of the property business?

Which types of buildings will fall under the higher risk regime?

What other measures are being taken to enhance animal welfare standards in the UK?

Is there a growth in demand for rental properties in Wales?

How does Building Biology impact home construction?

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