#service-charges

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London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

South London residents in battle over '500-a-month service charges for 24-hour concierge and garden built for wealthy neighbours'

Leaseholders are facing exorbitant service charges that are unsustainable and allegedly unjustified.
The charges have drastically increased, burdening residents financially and leading to a protracted dispute.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Sadiq Khan urged to cap service charges as London leaseholders pay almost 4,000 a year

London's leaseholders face soaring service charges, averaging nearly £4,000 annually, raising concerns about transparency and affordability in shared ownership schemes.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

'We've been paying for a lift that does not exist'

Angela Tanner, who lives at Barham Park with her partner Rosemary, said: "We just don't have a lift in this block. We've asked multiple times for a refund but Notting Hill Genesis still haven't made that refund. We're paying around 200 for the non-existent lift this year. It's like banging your head against a brick wall."
London politics
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 months ago

A Guide to Tipping in London

In London, tipping at restaurants is generally between 10% to 15%, with some places charging a service fee, so review the bill to avoid tipping twice.
London food
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
4 months ago

Soaring service charges leave flat owners struggling financially

Property management service charges are causing financial distress for UK homeowners, often exceeding mortgage payments.
Residents are calling for reform and transparency in property management fees.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

There's no way I can pay': London residents despair of steep costs and forced use of poor door'

Despite affordable housing options, escalating service charges are making homes unaffordable for residents like Marco Scalvini in South London.
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
6 months ago

'I own my flat but still have to pay the council over 5K a year for repairs'

Zoe Goodman, a leaseholder at Pitcairn House, expressed frustration over the service charges she pays, stating it's 'bonkers' to pay for such an 'abysmal' repair service. She highlighted that while she spends a significant amount on service charges, residents in better-managed private properties pay less for superior amenities. Goodman emphasized that leaseholders are effectively compensating for the council's negligence regarding investment in essential repairs, noting their grievances with ongoing leak issues and inadequate service.
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