Magazines

Issue 136 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online. This issue of News on the Block includes our Unsung Heroes Feature in partnership with Jackson Sims Recruitment which recognises those individuals who go above and beyond but are often overlooked in residential block management industry.

Issue 135 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online. This issue of News on the Block includes a special Service Charges feature and a tribute to Ian Fletcher as he announces his retirement from the BPF. Some of the articles in this issue include:  Housing Secretary makes leasehold reform promise Special three-page feature, where we mark the contribution made by Ian Fletcher as he gets set to retire Why two-year lease extension rule matters Preparing a B

Issue 134 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online. This issue of News on the Block includes a special Property Management Awards 2024 winners feature. Some of the articles in this issue include:  Government leasehold plans are given a broad welcome The brains behind The Gym Lounge Careful what you wish for - Are green initiatives actually better when it comes to protecting your residential properties? Building your resident engagement strategy How I

Issue 133 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online. This issue of News on the Block includes a special Health & Safety Feature sponsored by Future Group. Some of the articles in this issue include:  - Systematic dishonesty’ contributed to disaster - TPI’s flagship conference set to take place - Ensuring comprehensive fire safety -  Why are fees charged by agents to landlords so high? - A poignant reminder  - A decade of excellence in health and safet

Issue 132 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online. This issue of News on the Block includes a special feature to celebrate the winners of our Enfranchisement & Right to Manage Awards. We also have an additional Insurance feature in this issue.  Some of the articles in this issue include:  ERMAs 2024 Winners Feature  Government sets deadline to end EV charger funding Funding New government urged to address leasehold issues Creating a legacy of excellen

Issue 131 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online. This issue of News on the Block includes a special feature to celebrate our 21st Birthday, including some of your memories and a photo gallery from our 21st Birthday Celebration in May.  Some of the articles in this issue include:  Timescale demand over new ‘piecemeal’ laws Elevating expectations Building intelligent AI for your business Have you a plan to manage asbestos? How service charges and res

Issue 130 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online. This issue of News on the Block includes our special Unsung Heroes feature in association with Jackson Sims Recruitment. Some of the articles in this issue include:  ALEP steps in to assist Supreme Court appeal Property managers have one of the most stressful jobs  Light thrown on fluorescent lamp ban rules Why you should bank on a ring-fenced account Prop tech’s pivotal role Making building safet

Issue 129 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online. This issue of News on the Block includes a special Back to Basics feature with Guest Editor Benjamin Hume, and sponsored by TNA Building Services.  Some of the articles in this issue include:  Ground rents ‘a problem’ say majority of ALEP members What are the options available to agents for an out-of-hours service? What you need to know about starting your own block management business Beyond balance

Issue 128 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online now. This issue includes a special Property Management Awards 2023 feature and includes some of the following articles. Mixed reactions to lease reforms in King’s Speech The importance of staying compliant  Spotlight on small operators AI second that emotion! Insurance commissions: could they be at risk? BAC to the grindstone! Why resident engagement strategies really matter Landlords... beware o

Issue 127 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online now. This issue includes a special PropTech and Security feature and includes some of the following articles. Firm ceases trading as financial probe begins Members approve merger of two property organisations Do you know risks of asbestos exposure? Don’t get into a knot about invasive plants Continuity and happy homes... What now for responsible persons? Three reasons why business partnerships reall

Issue 126 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online now.  This issue includes a special Enfranchisement & Right to Manage Award winners feature and includes some of the following articles.  Landlords to spend big to meet EPC requirements How do we attract the next generation? Challenges of complying with the new safety act Your duties as a new freeholder  Enriching lives on our doorstep and beyond  Welcome to the new breed of security professionals

Issue 125 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online now.  This issue includes our special Health and Safety feature, with an emphasis on Building Safety and includes some of the following articles.  The Property Institute exec chair steps down Properties with cladding can now access mortgage deals Rare joined-up thinking of fire risk assessments What is RICS guidance on health and safety? The importance of compliance The road to reducing energy cost