Right to Manage & leasehold advice

Get professional advice if you are unhappy with how your block is managed or if fees are too high.

• You want more control over building repairs.
• Service charges feel unfair or are rising fast.
• Over half of your neighbours want a change.
• You need to extend a short lease soon.
• You want to buy the freehold together.
• There are disputes about building safety costs.

An expert will check your lease and building to see if you qualify for management rights.

• Check if two thirds of flats have long leases.
• Review your current service charge accounts for errors.
• Explain how to serve the formal claim notice.
• Calculate costs for extending your lease if needed.
• Create a clear timeline for the whole process.
• Identify potential savings on your monthly building costs.

Taking control gives you a direct say in how your home is maintained and spent on.

• Choose your own trusted local contractors.
• Save money by cuting out hidden commissions.
• Ensure repairs are done to your standards.
• Boost your property value with better management.
• Gain peace of mind over building safety.
• Hold regular meetings to decide on future works.

Your advisor will explain exactly how the law protects your rights as a leaseholder.

• Who qualifies to join the management company.
• How to handle a landlord who objects.
• What happens to current staff or cleaners.
• How to set up a new management company.
• What your new legal responsibilities will be.
• How to resolve disputes with the old agent.