Property management company FirstPort has restructured its operations and strategy, adopting a more regionally-focused approach.
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The best strategy building managers can use now is to understand every requirement of all current legislation and the costs associated with these.
Property valuation is an important process for anyone involved in buying, selling, or managing property, particularly in the context of flats and leasehold properties.
Adiuvo has announced the launch of Eve, the UK’s first FREE AI-powered lease reader designed specifically for the leasehold sector.
Under the Building Safety Act, property managers and duty holders for higher-risk residential buildings face new and ongoing compliance responsibilities, including the Building Safety Case (BSC).
Relying on outdated valuations, online calculators, or bank estimates often fails to reflect the true reinstatement cost, especially in complex or historic buildings.
Central to the leasehold reform debate is the role of property valuations, which underpin the cost of key transactions such as lease extensions and collective enfranchisement (where leaseholders purchase their building’s freehold).
Choosing between a desktop and onsite reinstatement cost assessment is about more than convenience. It is about protecting your block, fulfilling your legal obligations, and ensuring financial peace of mind.
Stay ahead with timely surveys, professional advice, and a solid understanding of when to act. It is the best way to protect your leaseholders, your building, and your peace of mind.
If your block’s reinstatement cost assessment (RCA) or insurance valuation has not been updated in the last few years, it may no longer reflect current rebuild costs.