[level-member] CMA market study into residential property management services – Leaseholder Survey 2014 The CMA has today published the results of a leaseholder survey, this can be downloaded from here. [/level-member]
[level-member] The topic of collecting Ground Rent in Freehold and Resident Management Companies is complex, sparking hot debate in the world of Block Management and Accounting. In this article, we explore the perks and pitfalls of this freehold income in Resident Freehold Blocks and offer advice* to help your FMC/RMC overcome them…. When considering the […]
[level-member] Are we testing right? Legionella and new regulations Professor Gallivan reports on Legionella and managing small risks in residential blocks. Read Legionella and New Regulations [/level-member]
As usual, the Government hasn’t considered the implications of its flood insurance proposals for flat owners. Read Bob Smytherman’s article in issue 18 of Flat Living magazine here
Fire Sprinkler Week 2014 was launched at the House of Commons this week . The campaign is designed to raise awareness of sprinkler systems and convey a simple message: controlling a fire as it starts is better than repairing the damage after it has spread. West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service is supporting this, the first National Sprinkler Week, and is encouraging landlords and housing […]
Some flat owners think property managers have Harry Potter’s powers and can wave a magic wand. Read our Honorary Consultant’s, Bernie Wales article in issue 17 of Flat Living magazine here
A packed audience at the recent FPRA Annual Conference 2013 listened to a hard hitting speech by Sir Peter Bottomley MP outlining how the system is open to dreadful abuse, and how reform is long overdue. Tim Powell, London Regional Judge from the Residential Property Tribunal outlined how the new First Tier Tribunal works, and Michelle […]
Philips v Francis – permission to appeal was granted (18 Nov) for: (1) Application to extend time; (2) Permission to appeal; and (3) Costs in the appeal. The hearing of the appeal has not yet been listed.
Things are looking up for leaseholders but there is still plenty to campaign about. Read Bob’s article in issue 16 of Flat Living magazine here
We have been greatly saddened by reports that Age UK is to reduce the level of advice on leasehold issues provided by the organisation. Read Bob’s article in issue 15 of Flat Living magazine here
