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Service Charges Explained

Service Charges Explained... Service charges represent funds collected to maintain the building’s structure, common areas, and cover the expenses of various provided services. These services encompass repairs, cleaning, elevator maintenance, landscaping, on-site staff, utilities, building insurance, managing agent fees; essentially any service outlined in the lease agreement.A lease agreement...

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Leaseholders – Increase The Value of Your Property

Increase The Value of Your Property As your lease runs down it dramatically decreases the value of your flat or apartment. The longer this goes on, the more expensive it will become to renew. On top of this, each lender has different criteria with regards to lease length and this will restrict the number of lenders in the market potentially cutting out the best deals, meaning it becomes increasingly...

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Unlocking Freedom: A Leaseholder’s Guide to Enfranchisement

Unlock the full potential of your property with our comprehensive guide to enfranchisement as a leaseholder. Discover how a group of Yorkshire leaseholders overcame challenges related to onerous ground rents, securing a triumphant 90-year lease extension. Dive into our case study, where expert valuations and negotiations paved the way for increased property value and enhanced saleability.

What To Look For In A Property Management Company

What To Look For In A Property Management Company

Having an investment property to manage or being a landlord can be a rewarding and lucrative role. However, that doesn’t mean that it’s an easy job or doesn’t come with its own set of challenges. If you’re busy and stretched thin then you may want to consider getting in touch with property specialists or letting agents. One way to take some pressure off you and free up your time is to hire and...

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PLEASE NOTE

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.

From all of us at Watsons, - Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!​