service charge best practice

How to handle service charge arrears when a leaseholder has passed away

Of all the reasons for non-payment of service charges or ground rent, the death of a leaseholder is…

When Santa Breaches the Lease: Festive Pitfalls for Property Managers

The festive period brings with it its own unique challenges for managing agents. From last-minute repair requests to…

The pros and cons of collective enfranchisement for leaseholders

What is collective enfranchisement? Collective enfranchisement is a legal right under the Leasehold Reform Housing and Urban Development…

High Court Building Liability Order decision reached to help with future Building Safety Act cases

Whilst the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) came into effect in April 2022, there are a number of…

Why should managing agents act quickly on service charge arrears, and what are the benefits of doing so?

One of the key responsibilities of a managing agent is ensuring the financial health of a leasehold block,…

Delivered or received? When is a service charge demand ‘properly served’?

Adam Fotiou, property management expert at Brady Solicitors, shares a reminder of best practice regarding the service of…