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What is Michael Gove's urban rebirth housing plan?

Michael Gove's plan aims to build 50,000 new homes in Cambridge as part of the government's broader goal of constructing one million new homes in cities during this parliamentary term. The plan focuses on addressing the long-standing housing undersupply issue in the ...

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What software systems are available for coworking management?

Check out Ringley's range of Residents and Community Apps where youncan book, buy, rent and chat. Suitable for coworking centres. The right software systems is the foundation of a successful coworking community space.

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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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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 incidents are not anti-social behaviour?

Kids playing, incorrect parking and day-to-day noise are some examples of incidents that are not anti-social behaviour.

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What makes Ringley's home buildings insurance calculator stand out?

Ringley's calculator is highly regarded and serves as a valuable tool for industry professionals and homeowners alike. It helps assess insurance premiums, offers estimates, and is a reference for accurate coverage determination. Ringley as a leading Managing Agent h...

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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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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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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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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 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 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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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 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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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 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 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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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 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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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 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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How much can households save with heat pumps?

Depending on energy prices, households can save substantially annually by using heat pumps with smart electricity tariffs and removing gas meters. Actual savings vary based on the heat pump's efficiency, but optimising insulation and radiators can further reduce costs.

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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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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 measures should the UK government focus on to overcome the housing crisis?

The UK government needs to primarily focus on the supply side of the problem. This involves building more houses by providing available land and offering incentives for construction. Also, it is crucial to prioritise the quality and affordability of both new and exis...

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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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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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Over what claims did John Christodoulou lose the 1.6 million pounds case?

John Christodoulou lost a 1.6 million case over excessive insurance costs in the war of attrition at the prime Canary Riverside site in Londons Docklands.

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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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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 our customers are asking:

What is Michael Gove's urban rebirth housing plan?

What software systems are available for coworking management?

What does a bank reconciliation entail?

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 incidents are not anti-social behaviour?

Kids playing, incorrect parking and day-to-day noise are some examples of incidents that are not anti-social behaviour.

What makes Ringley's home buildings insurance calculator stand out?

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

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?

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.

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 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 does a service charge cover?

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

What are the Building Safety Act limitation periods

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 are some examples of digital technologies in ground rent management?

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.

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

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

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

How much can households save with heat pumps?

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

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 measures should the UK government focus on to overcome the housing crisis?

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.

What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

Over what claims did John Christodoulou lose the 1.6 million pounds case?

John Christodoulou lost a 1.6 million case over excessive insurance costs in the war of attrition at the prime Canary Riverside site in Londons Docklands.

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:

What is Michael Gove's urban rebirth housing plan?

What software systems are available for coworking management?

What does a bank reconciliation entail?

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 incidents are not anti-social behaviour?

What makes Ringley's home buildings insurance calculator stand out?

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

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?

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

How does solar water heating work in the UK?

What is the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service?

What does a service charge cover?

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

What are the Building Safety Act limitation periods

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

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

What Is BBRS?

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

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

What announcement was made by the Housing Secretary recently?

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

How much can households save with heat pumps?

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

What Is The Levelling Up Fund?

What measures should the UK government focus on to overcome the housing crisis?

Why are the UK house sizes shrinking?

What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

Over what claims did John Christodoulou lose the 1.6 million pounds case?

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

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

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