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Short leaseholder awareness of their ability to extend their lease

Since the Leasehold Reform Act 1993, leaseholders have had the right to extend their lease by 90 years with a peppercorn ground rent (£1.00 per year or nil).Extending a lease can increase property value and make it more mortgage-friendly for future buyers.The process...

Read    16/07/2018

Dealing with Pigeons as a Pest

Why pigeons are considered a nuisanceHealth risks and hazards associated with pigeon infestations

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The Top Four Fears of Leaseholders

Introduction: The Top Concerns of LeaseholdersA brief introduction to the survey conducted by LeaseholderSupport.co.uk, highlighting the primary fears of leaseholders.

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Noise Action Week

Noisy neighbours are one of the top complaints among flat owners. Noise Action Week (21-25 May 2007) aims to raise awareness about noise issues and encourage a responsible approach to noise levels. According to www.leaseholdersupport.co.uk, nearly half of the top ten...

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Keep the noise down, especially during the night

Noise complaints are one of the most common issues in shared living spaces. While occasional noise is normal, excessive disturbances can become stressful, affecting sleep, comfort, and overall well-being.As part of Noise Action Week (21-25 May 2007), Mary Anne Bowrin...

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How to deal with Noisy Neighbours!

As part of Noise Action Week (21-25 May 2007), Mary-Anne Bowring, creator of Leaseholdersupport.co.uk, explains how to handle noisy neighbours in a shared block.While some noise is normal, it becomes a problem when it disrupts your daily life—for example:Being woken ...

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Who puts the bin out?

For those living in residential blocks, managing refuse bins can be a tricky issue. It’s often seen as a grey area where responsibilities aren’t always clear. Understanding the rules surrounding refuse bin placement and management is essential for smooth operations.

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Understanding who is liable for repairs in residential block

When living in a residential block, repair responsibilities can be complicated. The key to determining who is responsible lies in understanding the lease agreement. Accepting repairs that should be the leaseholder's responsibility as a service charge item is unfair t...

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Be sure you're not talking just rubbish about bin disposals

An overview of why refuse bins are a grey area for residents in residential blocks, including the significance of waste management and local authority regulations.

Read    24/07/2012

Extend your lease

As leases shorten (for example, 40-60 years in some London areas), leaseholders must be aware of their legal right to extend their lease. This right, which has existed since 1993, allows you to add 90 years to your current lease term, with ground rent reduced to a pe...

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