What the Government’s Leaseholder Protections Response Means for the Market
In 2024, I wrote about the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill and the significant changes it could bring for leaseholders, freeholders and the wider property in …
Separating Headlines from Reality on Ground Rent Reform
Recent coverage on the government’s Draft Commonhold & Leasehold Reform Bill has created a lot of noise. Headlines have suggested changes, including caps on …
Start of the Year Priorities for Asset Managers
As 2026 gets underway, many asset managers will already have completed year-end portfolio reviews, taking stock of performance, income and compliance. The start …
Year-End Portfolio Reviews for Asset Managers
As the year draws to a close, many asset managers and investors review how their property portfolios are performing. Beyond year-end reporting, this is a chance …
Leaseholder and Landlord Certificates - Why Timing, Clarity and Process Matter
The Leaseholder and Landlord Certificates introduced by the Building Safety Act 2022 are now a key part of how leaseholder protections are applied and how costs …
Improving Ground Rent Collection for a Major Pension Fund
The Client Our client is one of the UK’s major pension funds, with a dedicated asset management entity overseeing a national portfolio of leasehold residential …
Building Safety at Scale: Managing Compliance Across 1,700 Buildings
The Client A major institutional investor with a UK-wide rent portfolio, including 47,000 residential units across 1,700 buildings. As a pension fund, the clien …
How to Communicate Ground Rent Issues with Leaseholders
Ground rent is under increasing pressure. Leaseholders ask more questions, media scrutiny has increased, and landlords need to explain not only the charges but …
Effective Strategies for Ground Rent Collection
Ground rent, a fundamental aspect of leasehold property ownership in England and Wales, has been a topic of increasing discussion and scrutiny in recent years. …
