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Safe Working Lifts is excited to announce the opening of its new office in London . The expansion reflects Safe Working Lifts’ commitment to supporting its growing customer base across London/Southeast and advancing its strategic initiatives in the region. Located in the heart of London’s upmarket Mayfair (Albemarle Street), the new office will serve as a hub for Safe Working Lift’s London and Southeast operations. This location will enhance our ability to deliver ,services and support more effectively to

Since 1978, the Institute of Swimming Pool Engineers (ISPE) has set the industry standard in pool maintenance, equipping pool engineers with the skills and knowledge to keep pools pristine and safe. Becoming a TnISPE(cert) qualified engineer means you’re trained in a full scope of maintenance tasks, from balancing chlorine and pH levels to thorough cleaning practices for both pools and spas. Swimming pools offer relaxation and a place for exercise, but a clean pool is essential for safety and enjoyment. R

Green is always the answer, right? Looking after our environment, leaving the planet in a better state than we found it, and securing a legacy for the next generation – all makes perfect sense. No one would argue against this, however some of the green initiatives that we have seen implemented for residential properties have led to higher claims. Being an intermediary, and working with both the insurer and the insured, means that we have a holistic viewpoint on the impact some of these initiatives have ha

Property management experts, HML, has announced the official release of it’s new user-friendly app, offering its customers the ability to access their customer portal while on the go. With increased security, users can conveniently access important information about their building 24/7 from their mobile device.  Available to download on Android or IOS, over 2,000 customers have downloaded the app since the release in October, marking a significant milestone for HML. Designed to improve the customer experi

As has been much publicised, the new Labour Government has published the Renters’ Rights Bill. There are significant changes – and we will provide an overview of these in this article – and implications for private landlords on how to gain possession of their property, which will be the focus of this article. The changes made in the bill will apply to both new and existing tenancies when it comes into law, which is expected to be spring/summer 2025. Need to gain possession now? If you need to regain posse

Discover how housebuilder Thakeham reduced AI energy consumption and cut carbon emissions using measurable.energy’s AI-energy management solutions. About Thakeham Thakeham is one of the leading housebuilders in the south of England. The company builds homes that are fit for the future and for future generations and creates communities that last. Committed to delivering net zero carbon homes, Thakeham has a sustainability strategy at the heart of its business plan and is focussed on reducing the carbon foo

Barratt London’s new development in Bermondsey now offers even better value to eligible first-time buyers, who can purchase a home at Bermondsey Heights with a 30% discount, thanks to the developer’s participation in the Government’s First Homes Scheme.  The developer reports high demand for the scheme, with the sales team receiving five times their usual number of enquiries within the first week of its launch. A selection of stylish new apartments in the 26-storey tower are now available to first time bu

On Friday 18th October Principle Estate Management held their annual staff conference at Millenium Point in the centre of Birmingham, marking the end of their financial year. Kicking off with a quiz from property director Polly Dyer about their recent growth, she revealed that Principle is 14% bigger in terms of sites managed and 15% bigger in terms of people compared to the same time last year. The distance between their two furthest properties is 421 miles.  Directors Joe Jobson and Brett Williams pre

Solicitors, valuers and other leasehold enfranchisement professionals met at the Royal College of Physicians to discuss the future of leasehold reform and to share the latest information about the timescale for the enactment of the various parts of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024. During the conference a live update was received in relation to the latest Human Rights Act challenges to the legislation and the publication of the Freedom of Information Act request that an ALEP member had obtained

About Grosvenor Waterside Grosvenor Waterside is a Resident Management Company nestled along the scenic banks of the River Thames. They offer a diverse range of stylish apartments and luxurious penthouses, blending modern urban living with the charm of a historic environment. Their leaseholders are encouraged to take an active role in shaping the future of the estate, ensuring that the community thrives under their collective vision and guidance.  Problem Grosvenor Waterside and their Service Charge Manag

The number of properties looked after by Principle Estate Management has expanded by 14% to nearly 20,000 units in the last year. The Birmingham-based company, which manages properties across the country, has also seen its staff numbers rise by 15% to 70 in the same 12 months. The latest growth statistics were revealed to Principle’s own employees first at the company’s 2024 Staff Conference last month. Polly Dyer, a property director at Principle, presented the facts in a fun quiz for staff about the rec

The latest research by eXp UK, the platform for personal estate agents and estate agency businesses, has revealed that as of next April first-time buyers will have considerably less choice when it comes to a stamp duty free property purchase, as the current Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) threshold at which no tax is owed reverts back to £300,000 from the current threshold of £425,000 - a move that will see SDLT free stock levels fall by 20% of over 90,000 properties. As of 1st April 2025, the SDLT threshold u