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Freehold ownership means that the homeowner owns the property and the land it sits on outright, without any limitations on the length of ownership. There are many benefits to purchasing the freehold o...

Earlier this week, Martin Lewis spoke about the Three Ds – Death, Divorce and Dementia on the Martin Lewis Money Show Live. Lewis addressed why family members should talk to each other about these l...

It’s often the first question asked by tenants, landlords, or sometimes the nervous letting agent who served the notice: Is my section 21 notice valid? Section 21 notices are the ‘no fault’ n...

The Supreme Court has given judgment in Rakusen v Jepsen on the issue of whether a rent repayment order can be made against a superior landlord or only the tenant’s immediate landlord under the Hous...

Bona vacantia is a Latin term that refers to property that has no owner. In the context of flat ownership, bona vacantia may be relevant if the freeholder of the building goes missing or becomes insol...

Deciding when to extend the lease on your flat can depend on a number of factors, including the current length of the lease, the value of the property, and your future plans for the property. Here are...

If your freeholder is missing, it can be a complicated situation to navigate. Here are some steps you can take if your freeholder is missing: Check your lease agreement Your lease agreement should...

Since the law changed in 2016 it has been easier for tenants to make RRO applications as tenants can apply straight to the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) without waiting for the local authorit...