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How many landlords receive help from local authorities to tackle the anti-social behaviour of tenants?

Only about 15 percent of landlords receive help from local authorities to tackle anti-social behaviour. This needs to change if The Renters Reform Bill becomes law in 2023 as the government is likely to go ahead and scrap section 21 repossession notices. The tougher...

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What is not tenants’ 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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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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What are the UK housing targets?

In 2022 the government committed to increasing the number of available rental homes to 300,000 a year by 2025. Then announced that housing targets are advisory, presumably so they cannot be held to account for failing to reach them.

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Will the measures and tips mentioned here help me save money?

Yes, definitely. Most of these tips do not involve any investment but can help you save a tidy sum annually.

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What happens when ESG is not measured?

A failure to measure ESG exposures could result in significant financial losses.

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What are the next steps to be taken?

Technical consultations for the launch of the Future Buildings Standard will begin in 2023 ahead of the Standard's introduction in 2025.

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Is the mini-budget responsible for the present crisis?

Not entirely, but yes, the mini-budget has contributed significantly to the economic instability

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What is the Right to Manage legislation?

The common hold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.

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What is the minimum number of flats in a single building necessary to qualify for the right to manage?

A minimum of two flats in a building is a mandatory to form Right to Manage company. 50 percent of leaseholders need to sign the RTM claim notice.

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Which part of England has the maximum number of HMO properties?

London has the highest number of HMO rental homes, accounting for 29.7 percent of total HMO properties in England.

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What is the Florries Bill?

Florries Bill was introduced to cap the repairs bill at 15,000 for local authority leaseholders.

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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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How did coworking spaces become popular before the pandemic?

Before the pandemic, the GIG economy boosted the development of coworking spaces. Coworking spaces were popular among freelancers, professionals, and entrepreneurs who wanted to work in a professional environment for better networking opportunities.

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What are standard services available in coworking spaces?

Common areas, meeting halls, onsite staff, reception, restaurants, and parking are typical facilities in shared or coworking spaces.

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What is the proportion of properties that advertise as pet-friendly?

Only seven percent of property listings mention pet-friendly in the advertisements.

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What measures are being suggested to resolve the situation?

Mr. Fletcher says the government must use taxes to start a social housing expansion project that will compensate for the loss of rented homes in the private sector.

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When is the UK government Spring Budget presented?

The Spring Budget was placed in the House of Commons on 15 March 2023. It focused primarily on improving economic growth in the UK.

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Was the UK Spring Budget 2023 good for housing and the property sector?

- No, the budget missed huge opportunities to address problems faced by the UK housing industry such as:- Nothing to stop the mass exodus of private rented sector landlords, - No commitment to housing targets - No supply side policies to make it easier to build more...

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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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Will the Labour Party ban all except first-time buyers from buying new homes?

In 2023 as a proposal to curb overseas buyers and give fist time buyers a better chance of getting on the housing ladder, the labour party wants agents to be banned from selling new homes to anyone who has previously owned a home. The proposal has met widespread crit...

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Why ground source heat pumps good for the environment?

Ground source heat pumps help reduce carbon emissions by up to 50 percent compared to traditional systems. They use the natural heat stored in the ground to heat buildings instead of burning fossil fuels like gas or oil.

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What benefits do owning the freehold offer the leaseholders?

If you own a flat in a block with a share of freehold, then as a leaseholder you need not worry about the expiry of the lease, you will have a say in setting the service charges, and perhaps can elect that ground rent is no longer collected

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Which government policy simplifies the airspace development process?

The new regulations allowing owners of flats to add a maximum of two floors to the existing property simplify the airspace development process.

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What facilities are provided in PBSA accommodations?

The facilities provided in PBSA can vary but typically include common areas for socializing and studying, as well as amenities such as laundry facilities, an on-site gym, and bike storage, among others.

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Why is installing and maintaining ground source heat pumps and new technologies such a problem?

There are only a few experts skilled in the new technologies greener heating technologies such as ground source heat pumps. The others must up-skill and acquire knowledge about the latest systems.

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What is the UK property How To Rent guide?

The How To Rent guide is for people renting a home privately under an assured short-hold tenancy, either directly from a landlord or through a letting agency. It advises all tenants on the latest developments in the rental process in the country. It also educates the...

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Why is the new regulation severe on landlords?

Landlords are often on the weak side to the interest of their renters and only the profit they can make from the property is important to them. They are going to have to concentrate on the safety of their tenants with the new regulations introduced.

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How much is the gap between the monthly cost of owning and renting a property in London?

In London, on average the gap between the monthly cost of owning and renting a property is £250.

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What is affecting the supply of housing in the UK?

The lack of government initiatives to narrow the demand-supply gap and the existing system that no means that mortgage interest payments cannot be offset against rental income (where a property is not held in a company) has caused an exodus of landlords from the rent...

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

How many landlords receive help from local authorities to tackle the anti-social behaviour of tenants?

What is not tenants’ anti-social behaviour?

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

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

What are the UK housing targets?

Will the measures and tips mentioned here help me save money?

Yes, definitely. Most of these tips do not involve any investment but can help you save a tidy sum annually.

What happens when ESG is not measured?

A failure to measure ESG exposures could result in significant financial losses.

What are the next steps to be taken?

Technical consultations for the launch of the Future Buildings Standard will begin in 2023 ahead of the Standard's introduction in 2025.

Is the mini-budget responsible for the present crisis?

Not entirely, but yes, the mini-budget has contributed significantly to the economic instability

What is the Right to Manage legislation?

The common hold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.

What is the minimum number of flats in a single building necessary to qualify for the right to manage?

A minimum of two flats in a building is a mandatory to form Right to Manage company. 50 percent of leaseholders need to sign the RTM claim notice.

Which part of England has the maximum number of HMO properties?

London has the highest number of HMO rental homes, accounting for 29.7 percent of total HMO properties in England.

What is the Florries Bill?

Florries Bill was introduced to cap the repairs bill at 15,000 for local authority leaseholders.

What software systems are available for coworking management?

How did coworking spaces become popular before the pandemic?

What are standard services available in coworking spaces?

Common areas, meeting halls, onsite staff, reception, restaurants, and parking are typical facilities in shared or coworking spaces.

What is the proportion of properties that advertise as pet-friendly?

Only seven percent of property listings mention pet-friendly in the advertisements.

What measures are being suggested to resolve the situation?

Mr. Fletcher says the government must use taxes to start a social housing expansion project that will compensate for the loss of rented homes in the private sector.

When is the UK government Spring Budget presented?

The Spring Budget was placed in the House of Commons on 15 March 2023. It focused primarily on improving economic growth in the UK.

Was the UK Spring Budget 2023 good for housing and the property sector?

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

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

Will the Labour Party ban all except first-time buyers from buying new homes?

Why ground source heat pumps good for the environment?

What benefits do owning the freehold offer the leaseholders?

Which government policy simplifies the airspace development process?

The new regulations allowing owners of flats to add a maximum of two floors to the existing property simplify the airspace development process.

What facilities are provided in PBSA accommodations?

Why is installing and maintaining ground source heat pumps and new technologies such a problem?

There are only a few experts skilled in the new technologies greener heating technologies such as ground source heat pumps. The others must up-skill and acquire knowledge about the latest systems.

What is the UK property How To Rent guide?

Why is the new regulation severe on landlords?

How much is the gap between the monthly cost of owning and renting a property in London?

In London, on average the gap between the monthly cost of owning and renting a property is £250.