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Is sharing The How to Rent Guide with tenants mandatory?

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 since 10th June 2014. The guide has been updated 10 times since. The latest guide is March 2023.

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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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What are the 2022 UK Build to Rent (BTR) statistics?

To date (2the 022l the UK has seen the construction of circa 76,800 BTR homes through a 30 billion investment. Over 163,400 BTR homes are in the pipeline. Estimates confirm that the next decade will witness the completion of over 38170 million homes with 170 billio...

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What is asbestos surveying?

Asbestos Type 2 survey includes taking samples – The presence of asbestos can be confirmed or ruled out after samples undergo lab analysis. This type of survey will also identify the type of asbestos present and the level of risk involved.

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How does the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill aim to benefit current leaseholders?

The bill primarily intends to simplify and reduce costs for leaseholders looking to extend their lease or purchase their freehold.

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What Is BBRS?

The Business Banking Resolution Service (BBRS) is an independent, not-for-profit service. It was established to resolve disputes between SMEs and their banks.

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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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How does solar water heating work in the UK?

Solar water heating uses solar collectors to capture sunlight and heat a fluid. This heated fluid is then used to warm the water in a cylinder for use in bathrooms and kitchens.

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What happened during the Levelling Up Select Committee session regarding the Renters Reform Bill?

During the Levelling Up Select Committee, an all-party group of MPs responsible for scrutinising government legislation posed questions to various individuals. The session focused on areas such as the implications of a new ombudsman for the private rented sector, the...

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An important decision needs to be voted on. Do we have to wait for the next AGM?

No. The Board or 5% of the Shareholders can call an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM).

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What is the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service?

The Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service is a new government initiative in England and Wales offering free legal assistance to people at risk of losing their homes.

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What is leasehold tenure, and how does it affect achieving Net Zero?

Leasehold tenure involves owning the right to occupy a property for a specific period without owning the underlying land. This setup adds challenges to achieving Net Zero, as it limits property modifications and improvements and can lead to misalignment of sustainabi...

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What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

The average cost of installing a GSHP system can range from 10,000 to 20,000 or more for a typical domestic installation in the UK. Still, it depends on various factors, such as the systems size, location of installation, and complexity.

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Are Solar PV systems expensive to install and operate?

The cost of installing a solar PV system depends on factors like the size of the system, the type of panels used, and the installation method. However, the costs have decreased significantly in recent years. Solar PV systems are relatively low-maintenance and hence o...

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What is the new 2024 energy efficiency target for landlords in England and Wales?

By 2030, all privately rented properties in England and Wales must meet an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of Band C. This applies to private and social housing as part of the government's effort to improve energy efficiency.

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Dispute regarding the reasonableness and validity of service charges demanded under the terms and provisions of a residential lease.

Johnson v County Bideford Ltd [2012] UKUT 457 (LC)SummaryThe case of Johnson v County Bideford Ltd [2012] UKUT 457 (LC) arose because of a dispute between a lessee, Mr. Johnson, and the freeholder, County Bideford Ltd, regarding the reasonableness and validity of ser...

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The interpretation and enforcement of provisions regarding service charges under residential tenancies by pointing out the need for reasonableness and transparency in property management.

Akorita v 36 Gensing Road Limited [LRX/16/2008]SummaryThe cases are similar the Akorita v 36 Gensing Road Limited [LRX/16/2008] as they pose a cause against management and service charges in connection to a property. Mr. Akorita was the lease holder in the case and t...

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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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Is the landlord responsible for the maintenance of the property?

The landlord is accountable for repairs and maintenance of the property. They are responsible for damages if there is negligence or delay in routine maintenance and repairs.

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how does The case of Johnson v County Bideford [2012] UKUT 457 (LC) deal with the issue of service charges in leasehold properties and the rights and obligations of leaseholders and landlords?

The case of Johnson v County Bideford [2012] UKUT 457 (LC) is a notable legal case that deals with the issue of service charges in leasehold properties and the rights and obligations of leaseholders and landlords.In this case, the claimant, Mr. Johnson, was a leaseho...

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When is an annual return required?

An annual return is required every year annually on the birthday of the company i.e. the anniversary of the date on which the company was incorporated.

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What is a management company responsible for?

A management company is usually formed by the developer of a block of flats or the residents themselves. It is a bone fide company registered at Companies House with associated Directors. It is formed to ensure the running of the block has an accountable legal entity...

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Which tenants can use the IDVT process for a Right to Rent Check?

Currently, the UK government allows only British and Irish nationals to use the IDVT process for the Right to Rent check. Other foreign nationals can continue the checks through the Home Office Website.

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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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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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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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Can I seek compensation if the freeholder is absent?

Seeking compensation when the freeholder is absent can be challenging, as it depends on the specific circumstances and applicable laws in your jurisdiction. However, there are certain situations where you may be able to pursue compensation:- Breach of lease obliga...

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What announcement was made by the Housing Secretary recently?

Housing Secretary Michael Gove has reiterated the government’s commitment to protecting the tenants. They have announced a series of measures that can provide relief to the affected tenants.

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What are the Building Safety Act limitation periods

Specifically the Act extents the limitation period to 15 years prospectively for claims under s1 and s2A (claims that accrue after the Act takes effect); and to 30 years retrospectively for claims under s1 (claims that accrued before the Act takes effect).

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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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What our customers are asking:

Is sharing The How to Rent Guide with tenants mandatory?

What are the arguments in favour for later living rent?

What are the 2022 UK Build to Rent (BTR) statistics?

What is asbestos surveying?

How does the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill aim to benefit current leaseholders?

The bill primarily intends to simplify and reduce costs for leaseholders looking to extend their lease or purchase their freehold.

What Is BBRS?

The Business Banking Resolution Service (BBRS) is an independent, not-for-profit service. It was established to resolve disputes between SMEs and their banks.

What does a service charge cover?

How does solar water heating work in the UK?

Solar water heating uses solar collectors to capture sunlight and heat a fluid. This heated fluid is then used to warm the water in a cylinder for use in bathrooms and kitchens.

What happened during the Levelling Up Select Committee session regarding the Renters Reform Bill?

An important decision needs to be voted on. Do we have to wait for the next AGM?

No. The Board or 5% of the Shareholders can call an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM).

What is the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service?

The Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service is a new government initiative in England and Wales offering free legal assistance to people at risk of losing their homes.

What is leasehold tenure, and how does it affect achieving Net Zero?

What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

Are Solar PV systems expensive to install and operate?

What is the new 2024 energy efficiency target for landlords in England and Wales?

Dispute regarding the reasonableness and validity of service charges demanded under the terms and provisions of a residential lease.

The interpretation and enforcement of provisions regarding service charges under residential tenancies by pointing out the need for reasonableness and transparency in property management.

What does a bank reconciliation entail?

Is the landlord responsible for the maintenance of the property?

The landlord is accountable for repairs and maintenance of the property. They are responsible for damages if there is negligence or delay in routine maintenance and repairs.

how does The case of Johnson v County Bideford [2012] UKUT 457 (LC) deal with the issue of service charges in leasehold properties and the rights and obligations of leaseholders and landlords?

When is an annual return required?

An annual return is required every year annually on the birthday of the company i.e. the anniversary of the date on which the company was incorporated.

What is a management company responsible for?

Which tenants can use the IDVT process for a Right to Rent Check?

What is the alternative to the right to manage process?

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

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

Can I seek compensation if the freeholder is absent?

What announcement was made by the Housing Secretary recently?

Housing Secretary Michael Gove has reiterated the government’s commitment to protecting the tenants. They have announced a series of measures that can provide relief to the affected tenants.

What are the Building Safety Act limitation periods

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.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

Is sharing The How to Rent Guide with tenants mandatory?

What are the arguments in favour for later living rent?

What are the 2022 UK Build to Rent (BTR) statistics?

What is asbestos surveying?

How does the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill aim to benefit current leaseholders?

What Is BBRS?

What does a service charge cover?

How does solar water heating work in the UK?

What happened during the Levelling Up Select Committee session regarding the Renters Reform Bill?

An important decision needs to be voted on. Do we have to wait for the next AGM?

What is the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service?

What is leasehold tenure, and how does it affect achieving Net Zero?

What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

Are Solar PV systems expensive to install and operate?

What is the new 2024 energy efficiency target for landlords in England and Wales?

Dispute regarding the reasonableness and validity of service charges demanded under the terms and provisions of a residential lease.

The interpretation and enforcement of provisions regarding service charges under residential tenancies by pointing out the need for reasonableness and transparency in property management.

What does a bank reconciliation entail?

Is the landlord responsible for the maintenance of the property?

how does The case of Johnson v County Bideford [2012] UKUT 457 (LC) deal with the issue of service charges in leasehold properties and the rights and obligations of leaseholders and landlords?

When is an annual return required?

What is a management company responsible for?

Which tenants can use the IDVT process for a Right to Rent Check?

What is the alternative to the right to manage process?

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

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

Can I seek compensation if the freeholder is absent?

What announcement was made by the Housing Secretary recently?

What are the Building Safety Act limitation periods

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

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