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It is often found in buildings, but when Asbestos seeps into the ground it becomes a hidden danger lurking in soils on many construction sites. In this information piece we explain the critical importance of professional remediation and understanding the risks Asbestos poses to human health, business continuity and the environment. Gain valuable insights into the latest methods used in the safe and effective removal of this hazardous substance.  Asbestos - the hidden danger Often Asbestos is nearly invisi

Demand for Build to Rent properties is rising and investor appetite is growing which is driving a marked increase in BtR planning permissions. However, The ‘Planning for Rent Insight Report’ by national consultants Lichfields has revealed that planning policy across all boroughs is mixed and could do far more to provide a comprehensive or consistent basis for the delivery of new London BtR schemes. A key finding highlights a stark inconsistency in how BtR is addressed in Local Plan policy across the capit

Today, industry experts and organizations have offered their views on the King's Speech, particularly on the Leasehold Reform Bill, which was a central piece of the government's legislative agenda. The Leasehold Reform Bill aims to address several issues surrounding leasehold properties, but there are varying opinions on its effectiveness and scope.   Charlotte Cook, a partner at Winckworth Sherwood, emphasized the initial endorsement of the Renters Reform Bill by a wide range of stakeholders, including

“We welcome the promise of a Leasehold and Freehold Bill and the reforms that will bring; it covers a lot of ground. We were disappointed that ground rents have not been tackled directly today, but understand this is a complex area so welcome the opportunity to consult to find the right solution. Ground rents have already been abolished for new homes; so it is crucial for these rents to be capped or abolished for the 5 million existing leasehold homes.  Leaseholders will benefit by reducing the annual co

Today in the King’s Speech the King revealed that ministers will bring forward a bill to reform the housing market by making it cheaper and easier for leaseholders to purchase their freehold and tackling the exploitation of millions of homeowners through punitive service charges. Linz Darlington, lease expert and founder of Homehold, lease extension specialists says: “The promises of making it cheaper to purchase a freehold is fantastic news, and hopefully this will also extend to lease extensions. “This

Mark Wilson founder member of ALEP, RICS Registered Valuer and Managing Director of myleasehold While reform to the leasehold system is very much welcome, it is crucial that the Government addresses potential reform with  caution.  Other than the easy win of changing lease terms from 90 to 990 year term, the proposed content, such as we are aware of to date, is random and confusing and this is exacerbated by leasehold being an emotive issue.   With so many moving parts and with so much regulation already

FlatGuard has named as one of just five UK insurance brokers that have signed up a voluntary government pledge for the benefit of residential leaseholders. The Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities (DLUHC) announced at the end of October that “a number of the most prominent insurance brokers, that provide buildings insurance for multi-occupancy buildings, have each stepped-up to address the concerns around the value and transparency of commissions and commission sharing. Each of these brokers

“It’s difficult to imagine that anything of significance will be achieved following today’s announcement, other than further irritating certain MPs with unrealistic expectations, along with all the vested interest groups within the residential property sector. This includes those proclaiming the need to abolish a ‘feudal system’, those wanting certainty and a better way to structure new developments, those wanting significantly greater protections from abuse for leaseholders, and those wanting to protect

Odevo, the international residential property management group continues its rapid growth with the addition of Pinnacle Property Management (PPM) in the UK. With PPM joining Odevo, following on The Vegner Group’s recent addition to the group, Odevo’s homes under management have now reached 1.1 million globally. Under the leadership of CEO Mike Moore, Pinnacle Property Management has assembled an impressive team of close to 100 professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional service. Pinnacle Property Ma

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Mark Chick, Director of the Association of Leasehold Enfranchisement Practitioners (ALEP):  We are pleased to hear confirmation that the Government intends to introduce a Leasehold Bill in next week’s King's Speech as this brings an end to much speculation.  But we urge caution; leasehold is an extremely complex aspect of property law. It has been in place for centuries and impacts on almost five million individuals and it is therefore vital that the introduction of any Bill is more than a headline-grabbe

In an exciting development for Comptons Solicitors specialist Lease Clinic department, we are delighted to introduce our newest addition to the team, Dani Green.  As we continue to expand our horizons and strive for excellence, the arrival of Dani promises to bring fresh perspectives and expertise to the already dynamic team of James Compton, Sarah Jennings and Ahmed Anwar.  Dani is an accomplished professional with a wealth of experience of acting for Landlords and Tenants in lease extensions, collective