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Why are experts predicting a house price crash in the UK in 2023?

Rising mortgage rates are affecting the capability of people to buy a home even as property prices are falling steadily.

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How has the government responded to concerns about the progress of the Renters Reform Bill?

The government, represented by Penny Mordaunt, the Leader of the House of Commons, responded to concerns about the Renters Reform Bill during a Commons Question Time. Mordaunt acknowledged the widespread interest in the Bill among Members of Parliament. She hinted th...

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What Accounts need to be prepared?

A freehold/resident’s management/right to manage company has to comply with both the Companies Act and the Landlord & Tenant Acts accounting provisions. This means that 'company accounts' have to be filed with Companies House and 'service charge accounts' have to...

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Who is responsible for the cost of remedial works?

While the inspection cost is a service charge, the responsibility and cost for remedial works lie with the apartment's owner.

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How courts will hear disputes on wills and the strict test which a claim will require to be evidenced to prove or disprove undue influence and a lack of testamentary?

Poll v. Bartholomew [2006] EWHCSummaryThe case of Poll v. Bartholomew [2006] EWHC relates a claim on the issue as to whether a will was validly executed, together with testamentary capacity and the effects of undue influence. The decision of the High Court sets a wid...

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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 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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The case verifies the reasonability of the service charges, the justification for which the charges were authoritatively imposed and the way the lease terms are to be understood under which such charges are effected.

6 Grantley HouseSummaryThe case 6 Grantley House is an issue where there have been disagreements on service charges which are claimed to have been charged to by the landlord to the tenants to the property. The case verifies the reasonability of the service charges, t...

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What is the objective of the Building Safety Act 2022?

The Building Safety Act 2022 aims to regulate and fix the responsibility to bear the cost of repairs for the remediation of building safety issues.

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Why are private rented sector landlords leaving the rental market?

Many existing landlords may exit the Private Rental Sector because of the new EPC regulations leading to a shortfall in the availability of rental homes. This is on top of many already having left the market due to the Section 24 tax changes that phased out the abili...

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What are the three most important benefits of buying a house?

Flexibility, long-term investment, and freedom are significant benefits of owning a property.

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What happens if a landlord fails to comply with current regulations?

Landlords who refuse to accept the new regulations may face serious consequences. It may include a fine or even imprisonment.

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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 is the factual position?

There are many gray areas in the Bill, and as more readings happen, the clauses and rules will gain clarity—that is why a wait-and-watch approach is recommended.

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Is cold calling an effective strategy to get real estate leads?

Cold calling is useful if you get leads through reliable sources. You may leverage lead buying services or get contact details from a real-estate marketplace. Thorough preparations to handle objections is crucial before calling the leads.

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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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Who is considered an absent freeholder?

An absent freeholder refers to the legal owner or landlord of a property who is not actively involved or available in the management or maintenance of the property. There is no specific definition of who is considered an absent freeholder, as it can vary depending on...

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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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Which sector is the biggest employer in Wembley?

According to the ONS of Office of National Statistics, the wholesale and retail sectors offer employment of various types in the borough of Brent.

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Explain the factors or scoring criteria in FTSE4 Good Index series ESG risk ratings?

The FTSE4Good Index Series is a group of indices that measure the performance of companies that meet certain environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria. The FTSE4Good ESG Ratings are a set of scores that assess the level of ESG risk of companies included in...

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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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What are HMOs, and why is Burnley Council considering stricter regulations for them?

HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation) are properties shared by unrelated individuals. Burnley Council is considering stricter regulations due to concerns about increasing anti-social behaviour, crime, and parking issues in certain areas of the borough.

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What happens when a Court Appointed Manager's term expires?

When a Court Appointed Manager's term expires, the specific actions and outcomes can vary depending on the circumstances and the court's order. Here are some possible scenarios:- Renewal or Extension: In some cases, if the court determines that the management of t...

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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 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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Why are many flat owners stuck with their properties?

Many lenders in the UK are not willing to lend on homes that have unsafe cladding. Owners of such property are unable to sell them in such circumstances.

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Does Hunt's mortgage charter offer any provisions for buy-to-let investors?

No, the charter does not include specific provisions to support buy-to-let investors. It primarily focuses on providing assistance to residential mortgage customers facing financial challenges and aims to avoid repossession in extreme

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What is Wembleys biggest attraction?

Wembley Stadium is the best-known landmark of Wembley Park, where high-profile sporting events and concerts are regularly hosted.

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The house prices are expected to fall to what level?

The predictions are a mixed bag. Different banks and agencies are putting out varying figures ranging from 5 percent to 12 percent.

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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 our customers are asking:

Why are experts predicting a house price crash in the UK in 2023?

Rising mortgage rates are affecting the capability of people to buy a home even as property prices are falling steadily.

How has the government responded to concerns about the progress of the Renters Reform Bill?

What Accounts need to be prepared?

Who is responsible for the cost of remedial works?

While the inspection cost is a service charge, the responsibility and cost for remedial works lie with the apartment's owner.

How courts will hear disputes on wills and the strict test which a claim will require to be evidenced to prove or disprove undue influence and a lack of testamentary?

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

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.

The case verifies the reasonability of the service charges, the justification for which the charges were authoritatively imposed and the way the lease terms are to be understood under which such charges are effected.

What is the objective of the Building Safety Act 2022?

The Building Safety Act 2022 aims to regulate and fix the responsibility to bear the cost of repairs for the remediation of building safety issues.

Why are private rented sector landlords leaving the rental market?

What are the three most important benefits of buying a house?

Flexibility, long-term investment, and freedom are significant benefits of owning a property.

What happens if a landlord fails to comply with current regulations?

Landlords who refuse to accept the new regulations may face serious consequences. It may include a fine or even imprisonment.

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 is the factual position?

There are many gray areas in the Bill, and as more readings happen, the clauses and rules will gain clarity—that is why a wait-and-watch approach is recommended.

Is cold calling an effective strategy to get real estate leads?

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

Who is considered an absent freeholder?

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

Which sector is the biggest employer in Wembley?

According to the ONS of Office of National Statistics, the wholesale and retail sectors offer employment of various types in the borough of Brent.

Explain the factors or scoring criteria in FTSE4 Good Index series ESG risk ratings?

What is the average cost of installing GSHP?

What are HMOs, and why is Burnley Council considering stricter regulations for them?

What happens when a Court Appointed Manager's term expires?

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

Why are many flat owners stuck with their properties?

Many lenders in the UK are not willing to lend on homes that have unsafe cladding. Owners of such property are unable to sell them in such circumstances.

Does Hunt's mortgage charter offer any provisions for buy-to-let investors?

What is Wembleys biggest attraction?

Wembley Stadium is the best-known landmark of Wembley Park, where high-profile sporting events and concerts are regularly hosted.

The house prices are expected to fall to what level?

The predictions are a mixed bag. Different banks and agencies are putting out varying figures ranging from 5 percent to 12 percent.