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Flat Living Magazine Roundup – March 2026
This month, we shine a spotlight on how software and technology are transforming the world of leasehold. Our contributors explore the opportunities and real-world benefits that come from using digital tools effectively in block management.
Car Parks and Courtyards: Managing Parking, Security and Anti‑Social Behaviour
Car parks and courtyards are some of the most visible parts of a residential block. When managed well, these areas provide convenient parking, safe access and a welcoming outdoor space used daily by residents, visitors,
Accessibility in Communal Areas: Making Blocks Work for All Residents
Blocks of flats are shared environments that should welcome everyone. When communal spaces are designed and maintained well, they support safe and comfortable living. If accessibility is overlooked, some residents may find everyday tasks difficult
Flat Living Magazine Roundup – February 2026
This month, we explore the challenge of complaints and disputes within the sector. Our contributors share practical strategies for defusing tensions, resolving issues fairly and using feedback to strengthen your developments. In the News! The government
Using Data to Plan Long-Term Maintenance and Reserve Funds
For residential blocks, good maintenance is rarely about reacting fast; it is about planning well. Roofs age, lifts wear out, fire systems need renewal and external decorations need to be refreshed. When these costs are
Modernising Resident Communication
Good communication is the foundation of a well-run block of flats. When residents understand what is happening, why decisions are made and how to raise concerns, disputes reduce and trust grows. Yet in many buildings,
Flat Living Magazine Roundup – January 2026
To kickstart 2026, our contributors explore the world of health and safety, and fire safety! From key legal insights to practical guidance, they reveal exactly what you can do to keep your block safe, compliant,
Learning from Complaints: Turning Negative Feedback into Better Block Management
For many Residential Management Company (RMC) directors, complaints can feel like an unwelcome distraction. They typically arrive during busy moments with an angry tone and often feeling unfair. But complaints can be re-framed. They
The Importance of Having a Seasonal Maintenance Plan for Blocks of Flats and Apartments
A well-run block works best when maintenance is planned around the seasons. Weather, daylight and temperature all affect how a building behaves and each season brings its own risks. For Residents’ Management Companies (RMCs), freeholders
Flat Living Magazine Roundup – December 2025
As we approach the end of the year, our contributors look back on 2025 and share their insights into what our industry might anticipate in the upcoming year. In the News! Since launching in
Flat Living Magazine Roundup – November 2025
This month, our contributors unpack major works and service charges, from replacing unsafe cladding to the latest planning and consent changes affecting flats and apartments. In the News! Awaab’s Law — named after two-year-old
Commonhold: What Is It, What Could Change, and What Does It Mean for Your Block?
The long-standing leasehold system for UK flats and apartments is coming under increased scrutiny and the alternative model of Commonhold is now back in the spotlight. In this article we will explore what commonhold
Flat Living Magazine Roundup – October 2025
This month, our contributors explore maintenance, repairs and cleaning for blocks of flats and apartments - from caring for listed and historic buildings to setting aside funds for future works and making the most
A Practical Guide to Minimising Major Works Disruption in Your Block
By planning beyond the works themselves you can make a huge difference. Here’s how to manage disruption practically and sensitively, keeping your project on track while maintaining goodwill and trust within the block. Start
Flat Living Magazine Roundup – September 2025
This month, we’re turning the spotlight on valuations in property management. Our contributors explore the ongoing debate between desktop and onsite valuations, while also addressing the risks of underinsurance - and practical steps to
Repairing Listed and Historic Apartment Blocks: What RMC Directors Need to Know
Managing repairs in any residential block can be a complex task, but when that building is listed or holds historic status, the responsibilities for Residents’ Management Company (RMC) directors grow considerably. Older buildings carry legal
Flat Living Magazine Roundup – August 2025
This month, we're focusing on communal services in apartment blocks. Our contributors delve into various topics—from the evolving role of shared spaces in modern flats to sustainability efforts in leasehold developments. In the News!
Desktop vs Onsite Valuations: What You Need to Know Before Insuring Your Building
Reinstatement cost assessments are key to accurately insuring a building. They determine the full cost of completely rebuilding a property from the ground up, including site clearance, labour and materials. Inaccurate assessments can lead to
Flat Living Magazine Roundup – July 2025
This month, we explore what it means to live well in multi-occupancy buildings. Our contributors cover a range of topics—from maintaining clean and inviting communal spaces to supporting residents living with dementia in apartment blocks.
Green Communal Services: Sustainability in Leasehold Developments
Belinda Bagnall, Managing Director of Residentsline Insurance, explores how eco-friendly upgrades can benefit your building and how to make them happen. Sustainability is becoming a core consideration for leasehold developments across the UK. From rising
Flat Living Magazine Roundup – June 2025
This month, we shine a spotlight on the vital topics of health and safety and fire safety within the industry. Our contributors explore everything from building safety and compartmentation in flats and apartments to
Shared Spaces, Shared Responsibility: Keeping Common Areas Clean and Welcoming
Belinda Bagnall from Residentsline Insurance explains how shared spacess do not look after themselves and so clear expectations, routines and a sense of shared responsibility are needed to ensure their upkeep and how Residents’ Management
Flat Living Magazine Roundup – May 2025
This Mental Health Awareness Month, our contributors delve into the topic of mental health and wellbeing in the industry. From recognising signs of domestic abuse as a block manager to RMCs fostering supportive communities,
Flat Living Magazine Roundup – April 2025
This month, we're diving into the world of software and technology. Our expert contributors explore the growing role of AI in block and property management, offering fresh perspectives on how innovation is reshaping the