If you receive a service charge statement that you believe to be unjust, or if you think the works you’re being charged for were not carried out to the correct standard, there are steps you can take to challenge your landlord and potentially reduce the costs.
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Leasehold reform has been a significant topic of discussion in recent years. One notable area of discussion has been the potential impact of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 on service charges for leaseholders in the UK.
A 6-hour interactive discussion forum addressing best practice for service charge accounting. Content [NOTE: This forum…
With the Government’s Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill making its way through parliament, there are…
Andrew Bulmer said: For far too long leaseholders have had to deal with a complex and out-dated system that often doesn’t work well for them.
“The levying of service charges by landlords under leases of residential property in respect of their expenditure upon repairs and the provision of other services has for long been controversial.”
In this article, we delve into the significance of major works and service charges, what they entail, and how they impact residents.
We are committed to better protecting and empowering leaseholders by giving them more information on the things for which their charges pay.
Katie Orr summarises the first decision, including the key elements and implications of the new legislation.
In recent news appearances and his written response to the Financial Conduct Authority’s recent review…