Readers Questions
Section 21 advice needed – buyer waiting?
Hello, Our tenant of 8 years has a periodic tenancy. We gave written notice in May 2023 and put the house up for sale as the rent isn’t...
Legal standing regarding rent payment amid property hando...
Hello, I have leased a one-bedroom flat to a council since 2001 but after repeated requests to pay me near market rent, I gave them...
Can I sell though I’m going to trial?
Hello, I issued my tenants with a s21 which they defended because the first Gas Safety certificate upon moving in was not valid as...
Service charge allocation: was a consultation required?
Hello, my question is in the context of the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.
Here is the relevant part of the law: “If...
Freehold to leasehold flat – should I abandon the s...
Hi everyone, I had an offer accepted on a top floor flat which shares the building (built late 1800s) with two other flats. Each flat...
Snooping on benefit bank accounts (including landlords?)
Hello, benefit claimants will reportedly have their bank accounts monitored under new “Big Brother” anti-fraud plans drawn...
Do I have a say in new leasehold managing company?
Hi, I have just received a letter from the leasehold managing company informing me they are no longer going to manage in the future...