Main image: Impact of new measures on provision of information to leaseholders over the course of a year
Government looks to ‘switch on’ leasehold reform measures
Amongst other things, the latest consultation sets out a plan for more transparency over service fees, and mandatory regulation for managing agents.
Expert Views: Property industry insiders on the government’s latest leasehold reform plans
Lawyers & leasehold specialists weigh-in on a big update on leasehold reform - including that the 'two-year rule' for leasehold extensions ends in January.
Some leasehold reforms to be enacted ‘at pace’ next year, promises government
The 'two-year rule' will end in January, but the announcement of more consultations mean major changes to the leasehold system are still some way off.
Watered-down Leasehold Reform Bill becomes law; Renters Reform shelved
Rushed-through Act is 'far from perfect, but it is the start of reform to outdated legislation that was not fit for purpose,' says Propertymark.
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London Square readies new boutique scheme in Brook Green
The developer picked up the former school site as part of its major acquisition spree last year.
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Domestic buyers seizing unprecedented opportunities in Prime London, says agency
British purchasers now make up over 40% of Black Brick's client base, up from 25% last year.
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‘Golden Age of UK property investment is over,’ claims top wealth manager
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Non-doms holding onto London homes despite tax shake-up
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