From drones and smart meters to automated communications — the world of property management technology is moving at a dizzying speed. What are the latest developments? What should property...

In late March, The Telegraph reported rumours within the UK Government that the current requirement for private landlords to ensure their properties have an Energy Performance Certificate of band C...

Automation is changing the game for professionals across all industries, and the property sector is no exception. Sophisticated new automation tools provide block managers with ways to save time,...

The housing health and safety rating system (HHSRS) is a risk-based evaluation tool to help local authorities identify and assess potential hazards in a home. Created in 2006 to help improve...

Most cases that end up in front of an ombudsman are related to a lack of communication or incorrect communication. Knowing the best way to engage with leaseholders can be difficult, but it pays...

From ACM to PAS 9980, there is no doubt that building safety is full of acronyms and key terms that you need to get your head around if you want your buildings to stay compliant and safe. We’ve...

If you're the Accountable Person (AP) for your building, you now have even more fire safety responsibilities.

The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 place additional duties on the Responsible...

Proactive thinking has all kinds of benefits for block managers, not least the amount of money you can save your clients by avoiding unnecessary callouts and costly repairs.

In the world of repairs and maintenance, selecting the right contractor is a critical decision that can impact how quickly and efficiently your job is completed. Your process will usually involve...

The average building service charge in the UK can be anywhere between £1,500 and £2,000. Many residents don't realise that the majority of that charge goes back into their resident experience, rather...

With yellow warnings for snow and ice descending on much of the UK this week, we’re taking a look back at chilly Marches of years past and how property managers can protect their buildings from snow...

Three block management professionals will explore issues critical to the future of the industry in our forthcoming webinar.

In 2019, the government declared private landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants from their homes at short notice and without good reason.” With this, they made clear their intention to...