The Leasehold & Freehold Reform Bill - Key Changes to Service Charges

Introduction

Aspects of landlord and tenant laws are about to change significantly following the introduction of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill in November 2023. The Bill has progressed through the Commons and is now passing through the Lords and is expected to conclude shortly.

The Bill brings with it substantial changes to the service charge regime. This virtual classroom seminar will take a look at the key changes, including the impact on legal costs.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive course will cover the following:

• Key features of the Bill
• Next steps for the Bill
• New disclosure rights
• New insurance obligations
• New administration charges
• New yearend report
• New year end service charge accounting obligations
• Updating key documents: terms of business and costs transparency
• New types of disputes
• Legal costs recovery
• Acting for landlords
• Acting for leaseholders

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.