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Whose Wall Is It Anyway? A Leaseholder's Guide to Your Demise and the Service Charge
Every lease is different. It’s the most important, and sometimes most frustrating, principle of property ownership in England. Understanding what is your responsibility versus what is communal can save you a world of confusion, disputes, and unexpected costs down the line. The key to unlocking this puzzle lies in two fundamental concepts: the demised premises  and the service charge . In simple terms, it's the difference between "what's yours" and "what's ours." The "Demised
Stewart Tan
1 day ago4 min read
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Decoding Your Service Charge: Why Costs for Leaseholders Are on the Rise
For millions of leaseholders across the country, the arrival of the annual service charge demand can be a moment of genuine anxiety....
Stewart Tan
6 days ago5 min read
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Is Your Front Door Just an Entrance? Think Again – It's a Lifesaver
Your front door is the first thing you see when you come home and the last thing you secure when you leave. It’s a symbol of your...
Stewart Tan
7 days ago4 min read
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Caught on camera, protected by the law
For larger blocks, it is not uncommon to have parcels stolen. Many leaseholders opt to get CCTV installed in a bid to find the...
Stewart Tan
Oct 82 min read
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Why are energy standing charges so high since the Russian invasion of Ukraine?
The Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022 resulted in a huge spike in energy prices which has settled down in recent years. Unfortunately,...
Stewart Tan
Sep 234 min read
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A Guide to Running Your Residents' Management Company
When you own a property in the building, you typically become a member of the company, which gives you a say in how your building is...
Stewart Tan
Sep 234 min read
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