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How have net-zero and climate emergency policies influenced the focus on embodied carbon?

Net-zero and climate emergency policies have emphasised reusing existing buildings on land instead of pursuing demolition to reduce embodied carbon in construction projects.

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How many homes are estimated to be missing from the national housing stock or housing market in Britain?

Britain is facing a shortage of approximately 4.3 million homes compared to the average European country.

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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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Who are the worst affected by the governments spring budget 2023?

First-time buyers will find getting on the housing ladder tougher than before.

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The questions of the reasonableness of the service charges and, if applicable, the construction of the arrangement previously made between the parties concerning the management.

Poynders Court Limited v GLS Property Management Ltd [2012] UKUT 339 (LC)SummaryThe case of Poynders Court Limited v GLS Property Management Ltd [2012] UKUT 339 (LC) intends to resolve the issue between Poynders Court Limited, a company for residential management, an...

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What are the implications if the final price of the works exceeds the tender sum returned?

Best advice is to follow a formal specification and tender process, inviting owners to nominate contractors and to nominate a place where tenders can be inspected. The Contract Administrator’s job is to try to bring the contract in on budget, he or she should make ...

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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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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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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 happens if the New Homes Ombudsman Service finds a developer in breach of the New Homes Quality Code?

If the New Homes Ombudsman Service determines that a developer has breached the New Homes Quality Code, they can order the developer to rectify the issues, provide compensation to the homebuyer, or take other appropriate actions to address the breach.

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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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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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Whom will the bill affect?

The bill will definitely make life easy for renters and provide them with additional protections.

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What is the contribution of property to the UK's greenhouse gas emissions?

The UK's property accounts for 20 percent of its greenhouse gas emissions.

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What is the Building Safety Act 2022?

The UK Building Safety Act 2022 is a piece of legislation introduced to enhance the safety and standards of buildings in the UK. It includes new regulations and accountability measures during the construction process for high-rise residential buildings and retroactiv...

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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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How do coliving providers encourage interaction among residents?

Coliving providers offer strategically designed communal areas, such as lounges and coffee stations, to facilitate interaction among residents as well as many informal meeting points and places and spaces for casual interractions.

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What should be included in a fire door inspection?

A comprehensive fire door inspection should include checks for various aspects, such as ensuring the doors are properly installed, have appropriate signage, function correctly, and have intact fire-resistant seals. Inspectors should also verify the condition of hinge...

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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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What is the factual position?

There are many gray areas in the Bill, and as more readings happen, the clauses and rules will gain clarity—that is why a wait-and-watch approach is recommended.

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Who is responsible for conducting fire door inspections?

The person with the responsibility to inspects fire doors is typically the building owner or manager.

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What is the core issue with pooled client accounts for letting agents in the UK?

The challenge revolves around the closure or reluctance of banks to open pooled client accounts for letting agents, citing violations of anti-money laundering (AML) regulations.

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What is the impact of the 2022 Autumn budget changes on the Inheritance Tax threshold and the annual exemption on Capital Gains Tax?

The capital gains tax threshold before which CGT becomes payable reduces from April 2023 to 6,000 from the present 12,300. It will further reduce to 3,000 from April 2024 onwards. Pundits argue some will consider selling land and property assets now in haste before ...

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Which is the best Italian restaurant in Wembley Park?

Pulcinella Pizzeria promises great Italian food in Wembley Park.

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Why choose Coliving ?

Coliving also eliminates financial liability or conflict with roommates during a joint contract and can be a source of wellbeing.Coliving Apartments offer residents a clear demarcated private space. Concept-driven purpose-built coliving can be cluster flats akin to p...

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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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How long has the Renters Reform Bill been in the making, and why is it causing concern among landlords?

The Bill has been developing for over three years since its proposal in the 2019 Conservative General Election manifesto. Landlords are concerned because of rising costs, taxation on revenue, and the potential abolition of Section 21 without adequate preparations.

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Why Is ESG Important?

The disclosure of ESG data infuses transparency, helps reduce risks and helps identify opportunities.

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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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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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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

How have net-zero and climate emergency policies influenced the focus on embodied carbon?

Net-zero and climate emergency policies have emphasised reusing existing buildings on land instead of pursuing demolition to reduce embodied carbon in construction projects.

How many homes are estimated to be missing from the national housing stock or housing market in Britain?

Britain is facing a shortage of approximately 4.3 million homes compared to the average European country.

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

Who are the worst affected by the governments spring budget 2023?

First-time buyers will find getting on the housing ladder tougher than before.

The questions of the reasonableness of the service charges and, if applicable, the construction of the arrangement previously made between the parties concerning the management.

What are the implications if the final price of the works exceeds the tender sum returned?

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

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.

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

What happens if the New Homes Ombudsman Service finds a developer in breach of the New Homes Quality Code?

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

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.

Whom will the bill affect?

The bill will definitely make life easy for renters and provide them with additional protections.

What is the contribution of property to the UK's greenhouse gas emissions?

The UK's property accounts for 20 percent of its greenhouse gas emissions.

What is the Building Safety Act 2022?

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

How do coliving providers encourage interaction among residents?

What should be included in a fire door inspection?

What is the LA FLEX scheme?

What is the factual position?

There are many gray areas in the Bill, and as more readings happen, the clauses and rules will gain clarity—that is why a wait-and-watch approach is recommended.

Who is responsible for conducting fire door inspections?

The person with the responsibility to inspects fire doors is typically the building owner or manager.

What is the core issue with pooled client accounts for letting agents in the UK?

The challenge revolves around the closure or reluctance of banks to open pooled client accounts for letting agents, citing violations of anti-money laundering (AML) regulations.

What is the impact of the 2022 Autumn budget changes on the Inheritance Tax threshold and the annual exemption on Capital Gains Tax?

Which is the best Italian restaurant in Wembley Park?

Pulcinella Pizzeria promises great Italian food in Wembley Park.

Why choose Coliving ?

Does a Section 20 apply to all works?

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

How long has the Renters Reform Bill been in the making, and why is it causing concern among landlords?

Why Is ESG Important?

The disclosure of ESG data infuses transparency, helps reduce risks and helps identify opportunities.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

How have net-zero and climate emergency policies influenced the focus on embodied carbon?

How many homes are estimated to be missing from the national housing stock or housing market in Britain?

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

Who are the worst affected by the governments spring budget 2023?

The questions of the reasonableness of the service charges and, if applicable, the construction of the arrangement previously made between the parties concerning the management.

What are the implications if the final price of the works exceeds the tender sum returned?

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

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

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

What happens if the New Homes Ombudsman Service finds a developer in breach of the New Homes Quality Code?

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

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

Whom will the bill affect?

What is the contribution of property to the UK's greenhouse gas emissions?

What is the Building Safety Act 2022?

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

How do coliving providers encourage interaction among residents?

What should be included in a fire door inspection?

What is the LA FLEX scheme?

What is the factual position?

Who is responsible for conducting fire door inspections?

What is the core issue with pooled client accounts for letting agents in the UK?

What is the impact of the 2022 Autumn budget changes on the Inheritance Tax threshold and the annual exemption on Capital Gains Tax?

Which is the best Italian restaurant in Wembley Park?

Why choose Coliving ?

Does a Section 20 apply to all works?

How long has the Renters Reform Bill been in the making, and why is it causing concern among landlords?

Why Is ESG Important?

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

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

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