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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The Guardian view on leasehold reform: Labour must stand up to property investors | Editorial

Steeply escalating modern ground rents trap about one million leaseholders, blocking remortgages and sales and requiring faster, stronger reform than proposed.
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1 week ago

They're trying to milk us': leaseholders tell of soaring charges amid Labour reform delays

Sarah works full-time as a school teacher, but has been forced to take up a second job to pay the spiralling bills from the management company of her building. While she was aware of the annual service charge of around 1,400, she wasn't prepared for the bills for a reserve fund which have risen steeply as the management company aims to secure an extra 400,000 from residents for a roof replacement and other projects.
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fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
6 months ago

Youth charity that tackles gangs could be hit by 'unfair' leasehold reform

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 risks significant funding losses for charities dependent on leasehold estates.
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