The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill, introduced to Parliament on 27 November 2023, represents a significant step towards providing leaseholders with a fairer deal and greater autonomy over
Is Leasehold Going To Be Abolished?
Generation Rent Calls for Labour to Make Evictions
Nikka Sulton
Generation Rent has released new demands that go further than the original Renters Reform Bill, aiming to significantly reduce landlords’ rights. This move is part of a broader
Buying A Property With A Short Lease
James Nicholson
If a lease has less than 85 years left, it’s a signal to proceed with caution. This is because once the lease drops below the 80-year mark, the
Landlords Are Still Seeing Great Returns
James Nicholson
Recent tax and regulation changes have made it difficult for many landlords to remain in the sector, according to calculations by The Times. These changes have prompted significant
When Should I Be Worried About A Leasehold?
Nikka Sulton
You’ve found your dream home, and it’s a leasehold. So, what does that mean? With a leasehold, you own the property until the lease expires. After that, ownership
High Lease Extension Costs – A Solution
Nikka Sulton
Charity Shelter states that social rents are 64% cheaper than private rents, with social tenants in England paying an average of £828 less per month than private tenants.
How Much Does It Cost To Extend A Lease?
James Nicholson
Leasehold properties are governed by intricate legal agreements known as leases, delineating the rights and obligations of both landlords and tenants. Unlike freehold ownership, leases confer limited occupancy
Stamp Duty Change Seen as “Missed Chance to Reform Renting”
Nikka Sulton
A stamp duty change, set to take effect tomorrow, has been criticised as a missed opportunity to reform the private rental sector. This change involves the abolition of
Why Leases Are For 99 Years?
James Nicholson
Properties are classified as either freehold or leasehold. Freehold properties are owned outright by the owner for an indefinite period, free from control by any other entity. Leasehold
Airbnb Sell-Off Floods Market with Properties
Nikka Sulton
There has been a significant increase in the number of homes for sale, with listings up by 20% compared to this time last year. This surge in supply