Darren Bagnall of Block in a Box, discusses how energy efficiency can be improved in listed buildings respectfully and in full compliance with the rules and regulations in place to protect the UK’s precious buildings. Listed building leaseholders want to do what they can to limit their impact on the environment just as much as [...]
Darren Bagnall from Block in a Box discusses some common concerns and outlining some of the measures you can take to avoid any issues with newly installed or inherited chargers. The push towards Net Zero has resulted in a marked increase in the number of electric and hybrid vehicles on UK roads. The need for [...]
Darren Bagnall from Block in a Box explores the growing use of ADR, its advantages over litigation, a summary of recent legislative developments and the scenarios in which it can be most useful. Disputes between leaseholders and between leaseholders and freeholders can quickly escalate into expensive and time consuming court battles. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) [...]
Darren Bagnall from Block in a Box explores the factors driving the increases and how these changes are affecting leaseholders’ finances during a cost-of-living crisis. In 2024, UK leaseholders faced sharp increases in building insurance premiums, adding significant financial strain to their annual service charges. Rising premiums have affected many, particularly those living in residential [...]
Darren Bagnall from Block in a Box explains how service charges work, how Right to Manage can be used to take control of them and how leaseholders can legally challenge excessive charges without needing to take over. Service charges are a contentious issue for leaseholders. Many are facing increasingly expensive demands in an already tricky [...]
Darren Bagnall from Block in a Box, runs through the key components that make for an effective plan and explaining why this seasonal upkeep so important. As the colder months approach, it is essential for Resident Management Companies (RMCs) and leaseholders to implement a well-structured maintenance plan for their blocks of flats or apartments. Autumn [...]
