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Please note that Park Lane Block Management Ltd is an appointed representative ofArthur J. Gallagher Insurance Brokers Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered Office: Spectrum Building 55 Blythswood Street, Glasgow G2 7AT. Registered in Scotland. Company Number: SC108909.  \n• Invoicing and collection of service charges and ground rents  \n• Management of arrears to the point of instructing legal action  \n• Ensuring all management functions are carried out within current legislation  \n• Arranging for risk assessments and statutory testing, where necessary, to comply with health and safety  \n• Regularly inspecting and monitoring the building  \nWhy is a managing agent employed and by whom?  \nA managing agent such as Park Lane Block Management has knowledge, expertise and experience in the management of residential developments. Our team of property experts are able to advise on various issues including health & safety, changes in legislation, accounting requirements etc.We are engaged by the freeholder and take on their responsibilities within the lease.We agree all contract terms and conditions with them.  \nWhat is ground rent?  \nGround rent is a fee the leaseholder must pay to the freeholder as a condition of the lease.This relates to the land upon which the property is built and for the rights of access across the communal gardens and surrounding estate areas.  \nHow do I pay my ground rent?  \nPark Lane Block Management will send the leaseholder an invoice (typically bi-annually) when the money is due. Charges will be incurred for late payment letters and we do make a small charge if payments are to be made by instalments, e.g. by monthly standing order.  \nWhat are service charges?  \nService charges are payments made by the leaseholder that contribute towards block maintenance, repairs, insurance and management fees.These payments ensure that the block is adequately maintained to the benefit of both the freeholder and leaseholders.  \nPark Lane  \nBlock Management Frequently Asked Questions  \nService charges will vary from year to year; they can go up or down without any limit other than that they be reasonable.  \nHow do I pay my service charge?  \nAt the beginning of service charge year, Park Lane Block Management will send a budget detailing the anticipated costs for the block in the coming year.As with ground rent, leaseholders will receive an invoice (typically bi-annually) for a percentage of those costs.The percentage due by each Leaseholder is defined with the lease. Charges will be incurred for late payment letters and we do make a small charge if payments are to be made by instalments, e.g. by monthly standing order.  \nWhy do I pay extra for major works such as external redecoration-isn’t that what my service charge is for?  \nThe service charge budget is primarily designed to budget for the day-to-day costs of managing your property.Although a sum of money is allocated to a ‘reserve’ which is used to fund unexpected costs or major works, it may not be enough to cover all eventualities. On these occasions, the costs of major works will need to be apportioned and charged as a separate item.  \nWhat is a ‘reserve’ or ‘sinking’ fund?  \nMany leases provide for the landlord to collect sums in advance to create a reserve/sinking fund to ensure that sufficient money is available for future scheduled major works, such as external decorations or lift replacement.T","cbCaibf9HVfzs17b","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaibf9HVfzs17b","pdf",99417,"English","# What is the role of Park Lane Block Management?\n## Managing the block within the lease\n# Why is a managing agent employed and by whom?\n# What is ground rent?\n# How do I pay my ground rent?\n# What are service charges?\n# How do I pay my service charge?\n# Why do I pay extra for major works?\n# What is a reserve or sinking fund?\n# How do you choose the contractors that will work on my block?\n# How do I know my money is secure with Park Lane Block Management?\n# Does Park Lane Block Management belong to any professional or trade bodies?\n# Does the buildings insurance cover the contents of my property?","[{\"question\":\"What is the role of Park Lane Block Management?\",\"answer\":\"Park Lane Block Management provides the services set out in your lease, including managing block expenditure, handling maintenance and emergency repairs, administering insurance claims, and ensuring legal compliance.\"},{\"question\":\"How are ground rent and service charges paid?\",\"answer\":\"Ground rent is invoiced by Park Lane Block Management when due, typically bi-annually. 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