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Powers granted to FTT-appointed managers

Brady Solicitors’ Michael Young has recently been advising a client on their appointment as a manager under an…

The difference between a reserve fund and sinking fund: Expert View

Brady Solicitors explain why it’s important for management companies to understand the difference between a reserve fund and…

Is your service charge budget reasonable?

Sam Andrews of Brady Solicitors talks about the importance of having a service charge budget that is fair…

Reasonableness of service charges: 7 steps to a fair approach

An overwhelming majority of service charge disputes in the FTT relate to the reasonableness of service charges. By…

Sweeper clauses & costs recovery: lessons from Fairbairn v Etal

Do you know what your lease’s sweeper clause allows you to recover through the service charge? Brady Solicitors’…

When should reserve funds be used for maintenance projects?

Brady Solicitors’ block management specialists look at the implications of the Caribax v Hinde case on managing agents’…