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Where can you cowork in Camden?

Camden is the Borough, Camden Town is its canalside trendy hub. Ringley's Camden Gateway coworking and serviced offices at at the nothern gateway into.Camden Town. Thats why we called it Camden Gateway. Camden Gateway offers startup offices and suites from 1 to 1...

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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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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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How do you conduct an asset valuation?

The company needs to look at its balance sheet and identify tangible and intangible assets.From the total assets, deduct the total value of the intangible assets.From what is left, deduct the total value of the liabilities.

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What exactly is a party wall?

t forms part of a building and stands astride the boundary of land belonging to two (or more) different owners orIt separates buildings and it either stands astride the boundary of land belonging to two (or more) different owners.

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How long does a homebuyer survey take?

The inspection, which will be carried out by a Chartered Surveyor lasts between 2-4 hours. Whilst on site the Chartered Surveyor will inspect all structural elements of the building from the roof to the drains.* Whilst the Surveyor will not be able to open up conceal...

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What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

Building Biology signifies a comprehensive strategy for designing and shaping environments in construction with a holistic viewpoint, highlighting the health of inhabitants and promoting sustainable structures.

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What is a Notice to Quit?

The Notice to Quit applies to rolling agreements, such as weekly or monthly occupancy agreements.

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What is an annual general meeting?

An annual general meeting AGM is a meeting that is required by the Companies Acts to present the accounts to the shareholders of the business, approve accounts, elect/re-elect directors, appoint and set the remuneration of the auditors. An AGM must be held within 15 ...

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Why are there two agendas?

If you have received two agendas, one is for the AGM and the other for the Informal Residents Meeting. Strictly speaking, the AGM is just for company business (the statutory accounts, appointments and resignations etc). The Informal Residents Meeting is where matters...

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What is Net Zero emissions on a global scale?

Net Zero emissions is a global goal that aims to balance greenhouse gas emissions with their removal from the atmosphere, effectively resulting in no net increase of these gases.

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What level of insurance commissions is normal at First port and Estates and Management?

In a case due to be heard at Tribunal in January 2024, Brian White alleges that FirstPort imposes charges on leaseholders and threatens late payment fees to discourage challenging insurance premiums. The property concerned is Hollin Bank Court in Blackburn and White...

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What are the responsibilities of an absent freeholder?

The responsibilities of an absent freeholder can vary depending on the specific circumstances, lease agreements, and local laws. However, some general responsibilities that an absent freeholder may have include:- Collecting Ground Rent: The freeholder is typically...

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Are the 2022 UK rent freeze and rent caps in the UK applicable to all UK renters?

No, only those on housing benefits will be affected by the Local Housing Allowance rent frees and only those in the social rented homes sector will be affected by the seven percent rent cap - both announced in Jeremy Hunts Autumn 2022 announcement.

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Who are the key professionals involved in applying Building Biology principles?

Architects, builders, engineers, designers, and consultants are the key professionals who apply Building Biology principles to new construction and renovation projects.

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What is the difference between Right to Manage and a Court appointed property manager?

The Right to Manage (RTM) and a Court-appointed property manager are two distinct mechanisms for managing a property, and they have some key differences:- Right to Manage (RTM): RTM is a legal right granted to leaseholders that allows them to take over the managem...

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Which are the best places to live in Manchester?

Some current hot spots for living in Manchester are Levenshulme, Chorlton, Deansgate, Salford Quays, and Castlefield, among others.

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What’s happening to UK house prices?

The UK housing market is a bit volatile. With mortgage rates rising and the cost-of-living crisis looming, property price growth is now falling.The UK housing market is a bit volatile. With mortgage rates rising and the cost-of-living crisis looming, property price g...

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What are the responsibilities for maintenance and repair works of tenants?

18 St Clairs, Croydon, Decided 17th MarchSummaryThe decision of 18 St Clairs, Croydon, determined on 17th March 2008 is a case that entails a landlord's fight with the Tenant for the performance of lease terms but most necessary with regards to responsibilities for m...

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What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

Environmental strategies within the context of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) refer to the actions that companies take to address environmental risks and opportunities, and to promote sustainability and responsible resource use. These strategies can incl...

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The case mainly concerns the rights arising under a property agreement and the rights of the recalcitrant parties in the question under the law of English property.

Mrs. Adrienne Joan Ralphs -vs- Mr. Henry Charles PeacheySummaryThe following is a case on the enforcement of property agreement and property rights and interests. The case mainly concerns the rights arising under a property agreement and the rights of the recalcitran...

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The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

You do have a say, any demand over 250 for any 1 service charge payer must be subject to statutory section 20 consultation (up to 3 notices of 30 days each) the notices are 'statutory consultation' and you have 30 days to make observations, all such observations MUST...

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What are the rights of the lessees, the alterations tenant is allowed to do to any of the flat and the construction of under lease concerning the development right

Roof Development (Hannon v 169 Queen's Gate Limited)SummaryThis is an application relating to a proposed refurbishment development across the roof of a premises by 169 Queen's Gate Limited, the Freeholder, and an affected Mr. Hannon, who is a leaseholder. This applic...

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What do they look for in a building survey?

"With a building survey the customer gets the opportunity to increase the scope, for example: to report on loading and rearrangement of the property for conversion or extension. In general, the report includes details on:Major and minor defects and their meaning,Damp...

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Which are the best cycle routes in Wembley?

The Three Parks, Brent River Park, and Harrow to Stanmore routes are popular among cyclists.

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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 is the real living wage in London?

The real living wage in London is (£)11.95. This compares against the proposed National Living Wage rise which will come into force from April 1, 2023 to 10.40 (up from the present (£)9.50).

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What is an appropriate platform for the resident self-service feature?

A collaborative, integrated, user-friendly, and cloud-based technology portal is suitable for improving property management through a self-service platform.

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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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Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

Mr. Michael Gove is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet under Rishi Sunak.

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What our customers are asking:

Where can you cowork in Camden?

When did the new Wembley Park Stadium open?

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

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

How do you conduct an asset valuation?

What exactly is a party wall?

How long does a homebuyer survey take?

What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

What is a Notice to Quit?

The Notice to Quit applies to rolling agreements, such as weekly or monthly occupancy agreements.

What is an annual general meeting?

Why are there two agendas?

What is Net Zero emissions on a global scale?

Net Zero emissions is a global goal that aims to balance greenhouse gas emissions with their removal from the atmosphere, effectively resulting in no net increase of these gases.

What level of insurance commissions is normal at First port and Estates and Management?

What are the responsibilities of an absent freeholder?

Are the 2022 UK rent freeze and rent caps in the UK applicable to all UK renters?

Who are the key professionals involved in applying Building Biology principles?

Architects, builders, engineers, designers, and consultants are the key professionals who apply Building Biology principles to new construction and renovation projects.

What is the difference between Right to Manage and a Court appointed property manager?

Which are the best places to live in Manchester?

Some current hot spots for living in Manchester are Levenshulme, Chorlton, Deansgate, Salford Quays, and Castlefield, among others.

What’s happening to UK house prices?

What are the responsibilities for maintenance and repair works of tenants?

What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

The case mainly concerns the rights arising under a property agreement and the rights of the recalcitrant parties in the question under the law of English property.

The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

What are the rights of the lessees, the alterations tenant is allowed to do to any of the flat and the construction of under lease concerning the development right

What do they look for in a building survey?

Which are the best cycle routes in Wembley?

The Three Parks, Brent River Park, and Harrow to Stanmore routes are popular among cyclists.

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

What is the real living wage in London?

The real living wage in London is (£)11.95. This compares against the proposed National Living Wage rise which will come into force from April 1, 2023 to 10.40 (up from the present (£)9.50).

What is an appropriate platform for the resident self-service feature?

A collaborative, integrated, user-friendly, and cloud-based technology portal is suitable for improving property management through a self-service platform.

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.

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

Mr. Michael Gove is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet under Rishi Sunak.

Ask from our Property Experts

What our customers are asking:

What our customers are asking:

Where can you cowork in Camden?

When did the new Wembley Park Stadium open?

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

How do you conduct an asset valuation?

What exactly is a party wall?

How long does a homebuyer survey take?

What is Building Biology and its primary objective?

What is a Notice to Quit?

What is an annual general meeting?

Why are there two agendas?

What is Net Zero emissions on a global scale?

What level of insurance commissions is normal at First port and Estates and Management?

What are the responsibilities of an absent freeholder?

Are the 2022 UK rent freeze and rent caps in the UK applicable to all UK renters?

Who are the key professionals involved in applying Building Biology principles?

What is the difference between Right to Manage and a Court appointed property manager?

Which are the best places to live in Manchester?

What’s happening to UK house prices?

What are the responsibilities for maintenance and repair works of tenants?

What are environmental strategies within the context of ESG?

The case mainly concerns the rights arising under a property agreement and the rights of the recalcitrant parties in the question under the law of English property.

The Agent is demanding 5,000 of me in July for a new roof, I have had no say over this what so ever, is this a correct way of dealing with things, can I then pay this in installments.

What are the rights of the lessees, the alterations tenant is allowed to do to any of the flat and the construction of under lease concerning the development right

What do they look for in a building survey?

Which are the best cycle routes in Wembley?

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

What is the real living wage in London?

What is an appropriate platform for the resident self-service feature?

How many landlords left the rental market in 2022?

Who is the Housing Secretary in the new cabinet?

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