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What criticism has the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) faced regarding leasehold insurance irregularities?

The FCA has been strongly criticised by Insurance Business magazine for its lack of action in addressing leasehold insurance irregularities.

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What is the BBRS Contemporary Scheme?

The BBRS Contemporary Scheme covers cases registered from 1 April 2019 onwards for businesses with a turnover of up to 10m per annum and total assets of up to 7.5m.

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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 the strategy for dealing with abusive and unreasonably persistent persons?

Termination of contact is the policy to deal with unreasonably persistent and rude persons.

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Who provides Green loans and mortgages with reduced interest rates?

In 2023 the UK government allocated 4.1 million for green loan products to enable homeowners to borrow money specifically for energy upgrades whereby the homeonwer will be able to incorporate the repayment into their regular monthly mortgage instalments.Contributing ...

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Why are rented homes becoming expensive in the UK?

The key reason for the increase in renting costs in the UK is the shortage of quality homes across the country. People who would ordinarily buy putting their plans on hold due to the cost of living crisis and rising mortgage rates, renting instead, and, the fact that...

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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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How is associated company being defined?

A company is associated with another company if one of them controls the other (parent companies) or if both are controlled by a third company (sister companies).

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Who are most likely to be affected by the rise in energy bills?

The elders and those yet to settle into their jobs are among the most vulnerable. The elders, because their aging bodies cannot cope with the freezing temperature, and the recently employed ones because they will not be able to raise more money to pay the extra charges.

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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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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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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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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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We have 2 blocks on our estate - the leases provide that we collect service charges as a whole not block by block. At a previous AGM it was minuted that each block should have its own reserve towards its own repairs. This has been the convention since, but now this is being objected to by some and we need to understand how sound our decision was.

Sadly, you have fallen foul of the misconception that company resolutions can change leases. This is NEVER the case, so the minutes and intention is not enforceable in law an AGM should consider only the company accounts to be filed with companies house service charg...

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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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Huge legal points which come up in this case are the just grounds in law for eviction, rights available to a tenant, and duties of the landlord.

Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams (1988) 20 H.L.R. 321SummarySutton (Hastoe) Housing Association v Williams (1988) 20 H.L.R. 321 is a case in which the tenant of a house was evicted by the landlord, Sutton (Hastoe) Housing Association. Huge legal points ...

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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 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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What is London Mayors concern about short-term rentals?

The Mayor is worried about the impact of short-term rentals on London's housing market and has proposed stricter regulations through a licensing system. He fears whole streets becoming Airbnb and less housing for Londoners.

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Are Court Appointed Managers subject to any code of conduct or ethical guidelines?

The code of conduct or ethical guidelines for Court Appointed Managers can vary depending on the jurisdiction and specific regulations in place. In some jurisdictions, there may be specific codes of conduct or guidelines that govern the behaviour and responsibilities...

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How will the rooftop development project address the housing crisis?

Rooftop development can address the acute housing shortage by adding thousands of new affordable homes. The projects have the potential to enhance living standards and energy efficiency.

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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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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 measures are proposed to address concerns about the building safety levy's impact on viability?

The government has proposed implementing differential levy rates based on local house prices and offering exemptions for smaller-scale developments. However, questions remain about the effectiveness of these measures in alleviating the financial burden on developers ...

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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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What strategies are being employed to address the skills shortage in the UK construction industry?

Efforts are being made to attract and retain young talent. Enhancing the industry's image among younger generations, implementing reskilling and upskilling initiatives, and bridging the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern technologies are key strategies.

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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 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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s it worth getting a homebuyers survey?

What is rather nice about a Homebuyer Survey is that the written report highlights matters that need attention by putting them as ACTION bullet points, with advice on what and who should be able to help. The Homebuyer Surveyor’s brief is to make an assessment of any ...

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What our customers are asking:

What criticism has the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) faced regarding leasehold insurance irregularities?

The FCA has been strongly criticised by Insurance Business magazine for its lack of action in addressing leasehold insurance irregularities.

What is the BBRS Contemporary Scheme?

The BBRS Contemporary Scheme covers cases registered from 1 April 2019 onwards for businesses with a turnover of up to 10m per annum and total assets of up to 7.5m.

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

What is the strategy for dealing with abusive and unreasonably persistent persons?

Termination of contact is the policy to deal with unreasonably persistent and rude persons.

Who provides Green loans and mortgages with reduced interest rates?

Why are rented homes becoming expensive in the UK?

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

How is associated company being defined?

A company is associated with another company if one of them controls the other (parent companies) or if both are controlled by a third company (sister companies).

Who are most likely to be affected by the rise in energy bills?

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?

What financial support is available for heat pump installations?

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

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

We have 2 blocks on our estate - the leases provide that we collect service charges as a whole not block by block. At a previous AGM it was minuted that each block should have its own reserve towards its own repairs. This has been the convention since, but now this is being objected to by some and we need to understand how sound our decision was.

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.

Huge legal points which come up in this case are the just grounds in law for eviction, rights available to a tenant, and duties of the landlord.

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

What is London Mayors concern about short-term rentals?

Are Court Appointed Managers subject to any code of conduct or ethical guidelines?

How will the rooftop development project address the housing crisis?

Rooftop development can address the acute housing shortage by adding thousands of new affordable homes. The projects have the potential to enhance living standards and energy efficiency.

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

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 measures are proposed to address concerns about the building safety levy's impact on viability?

Which is the best Italian restaurant in Wembley Park?

Pulcinella Pizzeria promises great Italian food in Wembley Park.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

What criticism has the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) faced regarding leasehold insurance irregularities?

What is the BBRS Contemporary Scheme?

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

What is the strategy for dealing with abusive and unreasonably persistent persons?

Who provides Green loans and mortgages with reduced interest rates?

Why are rented homes becoming expensive in the UK?

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

How is associated company being defined?

Who are most likely to be affected by the rise in energy bills?

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?

What financial support is available for heat pump installations?

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

What is included in a homebuyers survey?

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

Huge legal points which come up in this case are the just grounds in law for eviction, rights available to a tenant, and duties of the landlord.

What Is The Levelling Up Fund?

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

What is London Mayors concern about short-term rentals?

Are Court Appointed Managers subject to any code of conduct or ethical guidelines?

How will the rooftop development project address the housing crisis?

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

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 measures are proposed to address concerns about the building safety levy's impact on viability?

Which is the best Italian restaurant in Wembley Park?

What strategies are being employed to address the skills shortage in the UK construction industry?

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

What is the alternative to the right to manage process?

s it worth getting a homebuyers survey?

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