education

Educating Residents in Leasehold Properties

The Importance of Empowering & Educating Residents in Leasehold Properties

Leasehold ownership is a complex concept that is not widely understood by the general public. The complexities of leasehold, including the rights, responsibilities, and potential pitfalls, are not commonly discussed or taught and as a result, many people simply lack the necessary information to understand what leasehold actually entails. Many people assume that when they purchase a property, they...

Understanding the Cladding Safety Scheme: A Simplified Guide

The Cladding Safety Scheme stands as a critical response to the pressing concerns surrounding building safety, particularly in relation to cladding systems. With an increasing focus on ensuring the security and well-being of occupants, this scheme seeks to address potential hazards related to external cladding on buildings. In this guide, we simplify the key aspects of the scheme and offer a clear understanding of its purpose.

Leasehold Enfranchisement

Leasehold Enfranchisement: Three Reasons NOT to Wait for Reform

A recurring theme from my discussions with leaseholders, when it comes to Enfranchisement, is the suggestion that they may find themselves better off by waiting to take action, believing that their lease extension or freehold purchase will become cheaper in the not-too-distant future as a result of the Government's proposed reforms to the Enfranchisement process.Whilst the proposals to reduce the cost of...

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Our Offices Will Be Closed Over the Festive Period From 2.30pm Christmas Eve - 2nd January 2026

For out of hours contact/emergencies please see information below:

For Tenants/Landlords – Please call our main lettings number – 01603 751555 – and follow the instructions. These instructions will provide you with an out of hours contact number, plus the number of an emergency plumber.

For Leaseholders – Please call our main Block & Estate Management number – 01603 226500 – and follow the prompts. Listed are numbers for various contractors, depending on the type of emergency.

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