In pursuit of fairer leasehold deals

Article Abstract:

Some property experts wish to simplify the procedures involved in tenants purchasing their leaseholds so they are completed within 12 weeks. Disagreements between a leaseholder and landlord, when the tenant wishes to purchase the leasehold, are considered by the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal (LVT). The Leasehold Reform Acts of 1993 and 1996 allowed tenants to buy their leaseholds. Yet so many cases have been sent to the LVT they can take along time to settle, such as in London, England, where cases are not heard for 12-14 months.

Column, Leases

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From bad to worse

Article Abstract:

Residential property managers do not lead an easy life trying to balance the needs of owners and tenants and abide by the law. Changes to the United Kingdom law proposed in 2001 intended to protect the rights of the tenant may make life harder for managers.

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Terrorism redefined

Article Abstract:

The new UK Terrorism Bill, which is being considered by members of the House of Lords, will affect property investors, landlords and tenants. The bill is due to replace the Prevention of Terrorism (Temporary Provisions) Act 1989.

Terrorism

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