Stewart Tan

Ever taken a walk down the communal hallway of your apartment building and wondered, Where are the fire extinguishers? If you’ve ever worked in a commercial office or stayed in a hotel, you’re probably used to seeing those heavy red canisters mounted on every wall. But in purpose-built residential blocks across London, they are conspicuously absent. It’s easy to assume this is down to lazy property management or cost-cutting. However, the truth is entirely different: it’s a deliberate, highly...

Property management comes with a lot of moving parts, but few things cause leaseholders more anxiety than major works. Whether it’s a full roof replacement, external redecoration, or structural repairs, these projects are expensive, time-consuming, and heavily regulated. At Gena, we do things a little differently than most managing agents. We believe in fairness and transparency, which is why we don’t charge extra fees for administering major works or handling Section 20 notices. While other...

Navigating the 5-Year EWS1 Deadline: What Leaseholders Need to Know For many flat owners, the EWS1 form has been a crucial key to selling or remortgaging their homes since its introduction in December 2019. However, as the earliest forms reach their five-year expiry dates, many leaseholders and building owners have been left wondering if they will face further hurdles. Thankfully, joint industry updates in 2025 has provided some much-needed clarity and relief. Why Did EWS1 Forms Have a 5-Year...