Flat/Apartment Owners:
Are you having problems which need to be resolved?
As a flat owner, you have many rights to protect yourself from your freeholder or its agent.
These generally come under the following groups of rights:
- Protection from unreasonable service charges
- The right to extend your flat lease by up to 90 years
- The right to purchase the freehold in conjunction with other owners
- The right to take over the management of the block or house, again with the other owners (this is often the cheapest and simplest option)
Collaborate with your neighbours first
If you are having problems which need to be resolved we would always suggest that you try to work in a group of owners to reduce costs.
As well as helping individual flat owners, we can assist the resident owned flat management company, either straight away, or after it has either acquired the freehold or taken over under the rights to manage.
We will normally charge a flat annual fee for looking after the company, which would include updating it on changes in the law, acting as company secretary, filing accounts and annual returns, and just being available to answer questions. We would also attend the AGM occasionally, or always if there is potential trouble.
Our commitment to our clients is to provide a high quality, cost effective service that delivers the best outcome possible. We will listen to your objectives, help you to achieve them and we will resolve any problems that may arise along the way. To discuss your needs with no obligation please call one of our offices or email us.
Useful Guides:
- Guide to S.20 Consultation
- Guide to the Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS)
- Guide to Holiday Lets Covenant for Residential Use
- Guide to Basic Shorthold Tenancy Guarantee Clause
- Guide to changes to Cancel Repair Liability after 12 October 2013
- Guide to Forfeiture: Implications on the granting of another lease before the original tenant applies for relief
- Guide to Dispensing with Service Charge Consultation Requirements
Solicitors in Bridport, Dorchester, Portland & Weymouth
Why Choose Nantes Solictors
Choose Nantes Solicitors for your legal needs in Dorset and benefit from our reputable law business. With a history extending back to the 1800s, we have established ourselves as a leading authority in the region, famous for our legal knowledge and great client service.
We can customise solutions to our clients thanks to our considerable business and local experience. With offices in Bridport, Dorchester, Weymouth, and Portland, we are easily accessible throughout the region.
Each department at Nantes Solicitors is overseen by an experienced Director, ensuring competence and insight in every case. We simplify difficult legal issues with our forward-thinking guidance.
We prioritise your objectives, actively listening and collaborating with you to obtain the desired results. Our expert solicitors deal with any concerns that arise and provide thorough help throughout the procedure.
Nantes Solicitors is known for its legal quality, local knowledge, convenient locations, forward-thinking approach, and uncompromising dedication to customer satisfaction. We are your reliable legal partner in Dorset, ready to help you with all of your legal needs.
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