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I’ve inherited a freehold: can I sell it?

December 6, 2019

Inheriting a property is usually something that people dream of happening to them. But if you’ve inherited a freehold property, it’s a completely different kettle ...

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Adam Lowe

Right of First Refusal

Infographic – Do you qualify for the Right of First Refusal

November 15, 2019

Understanding the numerous legalities and procedures involved with selling a residential freehold can be incredibly challenging, even for those experienced in the freehold industry. And ...

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Adam Lowe

8 Winter maintenance tips for freehold properties

October 24, 2019

Winters in the United Kingdom are undeniably unpredictable, but we can usually expect to experience fierce storms, freezing temperatures and snow on at least a ...

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Adam Lowe

Lease Extensions

Lease extension guide for leaseholders

October 3, 2019

If you’re thinking of buying a leasehold flat or already own one, this lease extension guide is an ideal read for you. Understanding lease extensions ...

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Adam Lowe

Buying a freehold with leasehold properties? Here’s what you need to know.

September 10, 2019

If you’re thinking about buying a freehold with leasehold properties, there’s a lot you need to take into consideration. Owning this type of freehold property ...

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Adam Lowe

Ground Rents

What is peppercorn ground rent?

August 22, 2019

The Oxford dictionary defines peppercorn rent as “a very low or nominal rent”[i]. But just how low is low? And why is it called peppercorn ...

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Adam Lowe

Ground Rents

Selling ground rents – A simple guide for developers

July 31, 2019

Whenever flats are built, whether that be in a purpose-built block or through a house conversion, an opportunity for selling ground rents will arise. Developers ...

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Adam Lowe

Right of First Refusal

What happens when you do not comply with the Right of First Refusal?

July 17, 2019

The Right of First Refusal in residential property matters provides leaseholders with the contractual right to be offered the opportunity to purchase the freehold of ...

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Adam Lowe

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Price of flats falling in England

July 3, 2019

According to government statistics, the price of flats has fallen in England since last year. While this could be seen as an ideal opportunity for ...

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Adam Lowe

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Ground Rents

How much should ground rent be?

June 19, 2019

An update on leasehold reform The way that ground rent is calculated, reviewed and collected has changed dramatically over the last 100 years. What was ...

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Adam Lowe

8 Tips for Selling Freehold Ground Rents

June 5, 2019

Selling freehold ground rents can be a daunting task but with the many arduous responsibilities that come with owning a freehold, it’s no wonder that ...

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Adam Lowe

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Ground Rents

Tenant not paying ground rent? Here are five things you can do

May 29, 2019

As a freeholder, one of the most challenging and frustrating tasks that we can face is dealing with difficult tenants. From disturbing neighbours to illegal ...

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Adam Lowe

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How to successfully organise maintenance & major works

May 22, 2019

Maintenance and repair work is an inevitability when it comes to property. Without these works, our buildings would deteriorate, diminish in value, and could potentially ...

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Adam Lowe

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New for freeholders: Free Notice templates & services

May 15, 2019

Freehold Sale is now offering a range of Notice solutions to freeholders who require support with Sections 3, 20 and 166 of the Landlord and ...

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Adam Lowe

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Right to Manage

A landlord’s guide to Right to Manage

July 12, 2018

If you’re the landlord of a property that contains two or more flats, where your tenants have long leases, you need to be aware of ...

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Adam Lowe

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UK government clamps down on onerous lease terms & leasehold houses

April 9, 2018

In 2017, the ground rent scandal exploded across UK media. It exposed the onerous clauses that developers had inserted into leasehold contracts, in some cases ...

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Adam Lowe

Right of First Refusal

Right of First Refusal guide

September 14, 2017

If you’re looking into selling the freehold of a property that contains flats, you need to know about the Right of First Refusal (ROFR). The ...

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Adam Lowe

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How much confidence do you have in the UK property market?

February 20, 2017

2016 was a time of uncertainty for homebuyers. The UK property market saw significant influences from factors such as the recent stamp duty reforms and ...

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Adam Lowe

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Resources

Freehold 101: Everything you need to know about freehold properties [Infographic]

September 15, 2016

There has never been a livelier time for property investment than today. Quick exchanges between buyers and sellers, rising market costs, plus the hunt for ...

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Adam Lowe

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London’s expected house price gain – Infographic

February 3, 2016

London is an exciting place to live. Pick the right borough and you can enjoy the best of both worlds – the buzz of the ...

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Adam Lowe

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Flat price index – England and Wales

September 17, 2015

Property prices change all of the time, hence, if you are thinking about buying or selling, it makes sense to keep an eye on the ...

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Adam Lowe

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Enfranchisement

Can I buy my freehold?

July 23, 2015

A freehold agreement indicates absolute ownership of a piece of land and any property which is situated upon it. Most houses are purchased on a ...

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Adam Lowe

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How long does it take to sell a freehold?

June 29, 2015

Whether you’ve recently inherited a freehold, or you’ve been a freeholder for decades, you have decided to sell it. Working with a specialist freehold company ...

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Adam Lowe

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How property proprietors and political policies impact each other

May 5, 2015

In one corner, Russell Brand was previously advising young people disillusioned with politics not to vote; in the other, millions of young people are desperately ...

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Adam Lowe

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Resources

Freehold vs Leasehold

April 20, 2015

The team at Freehold Sale speaks with freeholders and leaseholders on a daily basis. Worryingly, we often find that many of them don’t fully understand ...

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Adam Lowe

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Resources

Buying a leasehold property – What you need to know

April 15, 2015

The number of people buying leasehold properties has risen dramatically over recent years, yet some lack knowledge about how leaseholds actually work. There are many ...

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Adam Lowe

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Top ten tips for freehold sellers

April 7, 2015

Fed up with the constant management of a freehold? Tired of chasing ground rent payments? Unable to commit the time required for this responsibility? Do ...

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Adam Lowe

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