Work smart, not hard: Three things automation should be doing for block managers
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, increase compliance, and improve resident engagement....
Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022: What you need to know
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...
3 ways proactive maintenance can save you money
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.
5 ways you can show residents how service charges improve their lives
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...
Fixflo webinar puts management and leadership skills under the...
Three block management professionals will explore issues critical to the future of the industry in our forthcoming webinar.
A plain English guide to affordable housing in the UK
Affordable housing in the UK is a confusing topic. With overlapping programmes playing out over the last decade and a lack of clarity on exactly what has been achieved, published figures can seem...
Metrics that matter: the key figures Block Managers should be...
Block management is all about keeping your eye on the ball. Sometimes, it can feel like there are ten balls, and while you're focusing on catching one, another is just about to hit the floor.
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Will the Medium-Rise Scheme solve cladding woes?
After years of uncertainty over who will pay for the removal of unsafe cladding from England's flats, the Government opened a pilot scheme of funding in November 2022 for those buildings most at...
New minimum EPC rating: why you should engage homeowners now
The UK Government has committed to reaching net zero by 2050 — to achieve this goal, all new flat lettings in England and Wales will need to be EPC-rated C in less than three years (and all current...
Are block managers really responsible for damp and mould?
Mould and damp is usually considered a problem dealt with by lettings agents and leaseholders rather than block managers, but it can quickly become a major issue for block managers without the right...
Winning the race to net zero: Top tips on improving the energy...
The UK Government has vowed to reach net zero by 2050. Houses and homes make up 15% of the country's carbon emissions, meaning property professionals must embrace the latest technology to meet this...
Hiring a contractor checklist: 6 things to keep in mind
Whether you’re hiring a contractor for planned property maintenance, or a tenant has reported an emergency repair, the key is to find someone reputable who can efficiently meet the needs of your...
What's stopping cladding remediation from progressing?
Despite the fifth anniversary of Grenfell passing this year, there is still much uncertainty around the removal of unsafe cladding. While a funding ‘waterfall’, determining who would be responsible...