James qualified as an AssocRICS member in 2019 having been involved in the property industry since 2010, working as an Area Sales Manager for an independent Estate Agent in South West London. He is now looking forward to progressing his career in Surveying by becoming Chartered Surveyor. Away from work, he enjoys bike touring and going to music gigs.
Introduction The Help to Buy scheme was introduced by the Conservative Government in April 2013 as a way of assisting first time buyers getting on the property ladder who could also obtain 5% mortgages. On a purchase, the Government provides a 20% equity loan which was increased to 40% in London due to higher prices, on ... Read More >>
Since the introduction of measures under the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2019, landlords have a clear duty of care to provide accommodation of a habitable standard. If a housing tenant feels that there are failings with the property, which have been reported and not addressed, they can make a claim against the ... Read More >>
May 2024 Update: Following Rishi Sunak's surprise General Election announcement, the The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act made it it through the 'wash up' and became law on 24 May 2024 stating "The Act will make it easier and cheaper for leaseholders to buy their freehold, increase standard lease extension terms to 990 ... Read More >>