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What is the best time and the worst to buy a house?

Spring is regarded as the best time as more homes are available for sale. August and December tend to be the worst.

Where is Ringley located ?

Headquartered in London with offices in Manchester and Cardiff, and circa 70 staff out on site covering assets nationwide, Ringley's UK-wide portfolio comprises over 13,000 homes of mixed tenures. Ringley is a residential real estate-focused company that works with i...

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Is the ground rents ban retroactive?

No, the ground rents ban is not retroactive. It does not impact ground rents already being charged under existing leases. The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 banned ground rents for residential apartments with effect on June 30, 2022, except for retirement h...

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Whether the freeholder has raised justifiable charges and, on the contrary, whether it was justifiable for the leaseholder o refuse to pay.

Rettke-Grover v Needleman & Anor | [2010] UKUT 283 (LC)SummaryThe case of Rettke-Grover v Needleman & Anor [2010] UKUT 283 (LC) involves a dispute between the freeholder and the leaseholder on the issue of fair service charges. In essence, a question before t...

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How many types of property taxes are levied in the UK?

In the case of the UK, several different property taxes are levied, including council tax, stamp duty land tax (SDLT), and capital gains tax (CGT) on property sales.

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What are the standard amenities in an apartment building?

Water and electricity supply, drainage system, open spaces, terraces, parking lots, and recreational grounds are standard amenities in an apartment building.

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Whether the residential leaseholder, Leon di Marco, would be in breach of the terms of his lease by letting on short-term tenancies, and whether the freehold company, Morshead Mansions Ltd, is entitled to forfeit the lease.

Morshead Mansions Ltd v Leon di Marco [2014] EWCA Civ 96SummaryAnother very important case related to the fights for enforcement of lease covenants and application of equitable principles under property law is Morshead Mansions Ltd v Leon di Marco [2014] EWCA Civ 96....

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Are Court Appointed Managers compensated for their services?

Yes, Court Appointed Managers are typically compensated for their services. The compensation arrangements for Court Appointed Managers can vary depending on the specific circumstances, the jurisdiction, and the court's order appointing them. Generally, there are thre...

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why does The case of BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing Ltd enforcement a contract for the sale of land?

The case of BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing Ltd is a notable legal case that deals with the interpretation and enforcement of a contract for the sale of land and the consequences of a breach of contract.In this case, BDW Trading Ltd (the claimant) and South An...

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How often should fire doors be inspected?

In the case of buildings over eleven meters in height, the responsible person is required to check fire doors at the entrances of individual domestic premises at least once every twelve months. Fire doors in communal areas of the building should be checked every thre...

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My balcony wall has crumbled away and part fallen down, its been 3 months now and they haven done anything about it, is this something I can claim of my Buildings insurance for ? not likely, sounds like due to disrepair.

In theory you should be threatening the management company with action for breach of covenant and getting them to make the repairs. Best to check your lease 1st to see if it is the freeholder's or management companies responsibility to do the repairs, or whether your...

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What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

The Infrastructure Levy will replace CIL, Section 106, and affordable housing contributions with a single flat-rate levy.

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What is the Red Book RICS?

RICS – The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) represents the property profession in 146 countries, and regulates its ‘Chartered’ members. All valuations are subject to the RICS International Valuation Standards otherwise known as the ‘Red Book’.

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What are the housing options available in Salford?

Salford offers many housing options, including apartments, terraced houses, semi-detached houses, and larger family homes. Rental and purchase options are available across various neighborhoods in the city.

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Are social landlords also required to meet the EPC C target by 2030?

Although social landlords are encouraged to improve energy efficiency, the 2030 EPC C target has not been mandated yet for social landlords. That said, both the Conservative government and now the Labour government have set aside money via the Social Housing Decarbo...

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What was the limitation period of the Defective Premises Act 1972 before the Building Safety Act 2022?

Prior to the Building Safety Act 2022, the Defective Premises Act 1972 required claims to be brought within 6 years. The Building Safety Act which received Royal Assent on the 28th April 2022 has now completed all the parliamentary stages in both Houses to become an...

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How many landlords left the rental market in 2022?

Properties available to rent plunged by 49 percent between March 2019 and March 2022. 53 percent of buy-to-let properties were permanently removed from the private rental market.

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Time has elapsed, should we serve a new Section 20 Stage 1 notice or re-issue the old one?

It is always best practice to issue a new Section 20 notice, time tends to lead to a building dilapidating further and new works being required. At the very least you should reissue the notice of intention with a letter of explanation.

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What changes have been made to the capital gains tax rules?

In the budget of October 2022, the UK government announced that capital gains tax allowance is being reduced by 50 percent. They apply to profits made from selling or disposing of an asset like a buy-to-let property or other asset of value.

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Is it reasonable and valid of service charges charged by Marina Heights Limited?

Rita Akorita v Marina Heights Limited [2017] UKUT 255 (LC)SummaryThe case of Rita Akorita v Marina Heights Limited [2017] UKUT 255 entails a dispute between a lessee, Rita Akorita, and a freeholder, Marina Heights Limited, on service charges. The Upper Tribunal took ...

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How many empty homes are there in the UK; government figures?

The latest figures (2022) show a huge increase in the number of long-term empty homes across every region in the UK. Government figures released in November 2022, show the number of long-term empty homes has risen by around 20,000 compared to last year. The number o...

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This case brings out significant questions with respect to the statutory consultation requirements for major works under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1985.

Daejan Investments Limited (Appellant) v Benson and Others [2013] UKSC 14SummaryThis case of Daejan Investments Limited, Appellant v Benson and others [2013] UKSC 14 brings out significant questions with respect to the statutory consultation requirements for major wo...

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When did the new Wembley Park Stadium open?

The official opening of Wembley Park Stadium was in March 2007.

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Are some buildings exempt from the appointment of a property manager?

Yes, some buildings may be exempt from the appointment of a property manager depending on various factors such as the size of the building, the number of units, and local regulations. The specific requirements for appointing a property manager can vary depending on t...

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How is overcrowding determined based on the number of rooms available?

Rules state that anyone aged 10 or over counts as one person, children aged 1 to 9 count as half a person, and babies under 1 are not considered. Overcrowding occurs when the number of rooms is insufficient for the total count of people living in the household. Note:...

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What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

This is a simply a register of who is control of the company i.e. the directors and should reflect the records held at Companies House as any appointments or resignations have to be referred to them by completing them a 288A form.

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I can’t attend the AGM meeting. Can I still vote?

Yes. Please complete the Proxy Form and then another attendee can vote on your behalf.

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What is the process after the meeting?

After the meeting, the minutes will be issued so you can see the actions arising. You can log onto the Ringley Gateway™ and watch as we action things.

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How is the case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care?

The case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] is an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care.In this instance, a young girl named Poppy was placed in foster care under Sheffie...

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What are social values in the context of ESG?

In the context of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investing, social values refer to the values and principles that guide a company's relationships with its stakeholders, including employees, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which it operates. ...

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

What is the best time and the worst to buy a house?

Spring is regarded as the best time as more homes are available for sale. August and December tend to be the worst.

Where is Ringley located ?

Is the ground rents ban retroactive?

Whether the freeholder has raised justifiable charges and, on the contrary, whether it was justifiable for the leaseholder o refuse to pay.

How many types of property taxes are levied in the UK?

In the case of the UK, several different property taxes are levied, including council tax, stamp duty land tax (SDLT), and capital gains tax (CGT) on property sales.

What are the standard amenities in an apartment building?

Water and electricity supply, drainage system, open spaces, terraces, parking lots, and recreational grounds are standard amenities in an apartment building.

Whether the residential leaseholder, Leon di Marco, would be in breach of the terms of his lease by letting on short-term tenancies, and whether the freehold company, Morshead Mansions Ltd, is entitled to forfeit the lease.

Are Court Appointed Managers compensated for their services?

why does The case of BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing Ltd enforcement a contract for the sale of land?

How often should fire doors be inspected?

My balcony wall has crumbled away and part fallen down, its been 3 months now and they haven done anything about it, is this something I can claim of my Buildings insurance for ? not likely, sounds like due to disrepair.

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

The Infrastructure Levy will replace CIL, Section 106, and affordable housing contributions with a single flat-rate levy.

What is the Red Book RICS?

What are the housing options available in Salford?

Are social landlords also required to meet the EPC C target by 2030?

What was the limitation period of the Defective Premises Act 1972 before the Building Safety Act 2022?

How many landlords left the rental market in 2022?

Properties available to rent plunged by 49 percent between March 2019 and March 2022. 53 percent of buy-to-let properties were permanently removed from the private rental market.

Time has elapsed, should we serve a new Section 20 Stage 1 notice or re-issue the old one?

What changes have been made to the capital gains tax rules?

Is it reasonable and valid of service charges charged by Marina Heights Limited?

How many empty homes are there in the UK; government figures?

This case brings out significant questions with respect to the statutory consultation requirements for major works under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1985.

When did the new Wembley Park Stadium open?

The official opening of Wembley Park Stadium was in March 2007.

Are some buildings exempt from the appointment of a property manager?

How is overcrowding determined based on the number of rooms available?

What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

I can’t attend the AGM meeting. Can I still vote?

Yes. Please complete the Proxy Form and then another attendee can vote on your behalf.

What is the process after the meeting?

After the meeting, the minutes will be issued so you can see the actions arising. You can log onto the Ringley Gateway™ and watch as we action things.

How is the case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care?

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

What is the best time and the worst to buy a house?

Where is Ringley located ?

Is the ground rents ban retroactive?

Whether the freeholder has raised justifiable charges and, on the contrary, whether it was justifiable for the leaseholder o refuse to pay.

How many types of property taxes are levied in the UK?

What are the standard amenities in an apartment building?

Whether the residential leaseholder, Leon di Marco, would be in breach of the terms of his lease by letting on short-term tenancies, and whether the freehold company, Morshead Mansions Ltd, is entitled to forfeit the lease.

Are Court Appointed Managers compensated for their services?

why does The case of BDW Trading Ltd v South Anglia Housing Ltd enforcement a contract for the sale of land?

How often should fire doors be inspected?

My balcony wall has crumbled away and part fallen down, its been 3 months now and they haven done anything about it, is this something I can claim of my Buildings insurance for ? not likely, sounds like due to disrepair.

What Will the Infrastructure Levy Replace?

What is the Red Book RICS?

What are the housing options available in Salford?

Are social landlords also required to meet the EPC C target by 2030?

What was the limitation period of the Defective Premises Act 1972 before the Building Safety Act 2022?

How many landlords left the rental market in 2022?

Time has elapsed, should we serve a new Section 20 Stage 1 notice or re-issue the old one?

What changes have been made to the capital gains tax rules?

Is it reasonable and valid of service charges charged by Marina Heights Limited?

How many empty homes are there in the UK; government figures?

This case brings out significant questions with respect to the statutory consultation requirements for major works under the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1985.

When did the new Wembley Park Stadium open?

Are some buildings exempt from the appointment of a property manager?

How is overcrowding determined based on the number of rooms available?

What is a register of directors/members and shareholders?

I can’t attend the AGM meeting. Can I still vote?

What is the process after the meeting?

How is the case of Oliver v Sheffield City Council [2017] an important decision in UK caselaw that pertains to the duty of care owed by local authorities to protect children in foster care?

What are social values in the context of ESG?

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