Commonhold Conversion in 2026: Voluntary or Compulsory?

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Will Commonhold Conversion Be Voluntary or Compulsory in 2026? What Happens If You Keep Your Lease. This guide explains the proposed rules, costs, consent thresholds (now as low as 50%), and your options Summary:- Provided the 50% majority vote passes,… Read the whole article “Commonhold Conversion in 2026: Voluntary or Compulsory?”

How Many Years Should a Leasehold Have? Term of Years Absolute Explained (2026)

Short answer – a lease is an agreement for the tenant to own property for a fixed period of time, after which it reverts back to the original owner, or his successor. However! If you’re extending your lease, you must… Read the whole article “How Many Years Should a Leasehold Have? Term of Years Absolute Explained (2026)”

Marriage Value Abolition & Ground Rent Cap: 2026 Leasehold Reform Valuation Changes

Short Answer – Leasehold to commonhold reforms are delayed due to a Human Rights Act Challenge by landlords. Uncertainty about calculation of freeholder compensation and reduction and or abolition of ground rent and ‘marriage value’. No due date for implementation… Read the whole article “Marriage Value Abolition & Ground Rent Cap: 2026 Leasehold Reform Valuation Changes”