The Freehold Collective

02/06/2026

🏠 Know your rights as a leaseholder 🏠

If you own a leasehold flat, you have more power than you think (most don't realise this 'til something goes wrong)

Here's what you're actually entitled to:
🔑 The right to quiet enjoyment / your landlord can't show up unannounced or make your life difficult
📋 Extend your lease / You can add 90 years at peppercorn rent
🏢 Right to Manage / take control of how your building is run, no freeholder permission needed
💷 Challenge unfair service charges / if something looks excessive, you can take it to tribunal
🔔 Be consulted on major works / your landlord must notify you before big spending that affects your charges
🤝 Buy your freehold / join forces with neighbours and own the building outright

Knowing your rights can save you money, reduce stress, and even increase the value of your home. Be informed!

We've updated our plain-English guide 👇
🔗 thefreeholdcollective.co.uk/blog/a-guide-to-leaseholder-rights-and-obligations

Have you ever had to challenge your freeholder? Share your experience in the comments, it may help someone else too.

01/06/2026

on why customers use us 📹

📌Many leaseholders feel trapped by poor building management.

High service charges. Little transparency. No real control over the upkeep of a property they’ve invested heavily in.

📌People deserve accountability and visibility over how their building is run.

29/05/2026

Do you own a leasehold flat?
It's worth knowing exactly what your freeholder is, and isn’t, allowed to do.

Freeholders have significant powers: they can develop roof space, restrict access to parts of the building, choose the managing agent, and charge ground rent and service charges. But their powers aren't unlimited, and you have more rights than you might realise.

As a leaseholder you can challenge unreasonable charges, request full accounts of how your money is spent, extend your lease, take over management of your building through Right to Manage, and even buy the freehold collectively with your neighbours.

Read our full guide so you know exactly where you stand 👇 🔗 https://thefreeholdcollective.co.uk/blog/freeholders-rights-over-leasehold-property/

27/05/2026

If you own a leasehold property, this one's for you 🏠

The Apartment Adviser Awards (now in their 17th year), exist to shine a light on the best professionals working in leasehold, right to manage and enfranchisement.

And this matters ... because when the people managing your building, handling your service charges, or helping you take control of your property are doing an exceptional job, you feel it.

We're proud to be both a sponsor and an entrant this year.

The awards have had a real refresh for 2026; new categories, updated judging criteria, and a programme that better reflects the full range of people fighting your corner in this sector.

Whether you're a leaseholder dealing with an unresponsive freeholder, a resident director trying to do right by your building, or just someone trying to understand what you're actually paying for - the professionals on this finalist list are the ones raising the bar for everyone.

We salute them all. Take a look at who's made the cut 👇 🔗https://www.newsontheblock.com/apartment-adviser-awards

We'll be down there on the night, with a photobooth, of course! 📸

News on the Block | Britain's Best Apartment Building Management Resource | over 7000 pages including advice on leasehold, service charges & enfranchisement

26/05/2026

Can a first floor flat be freehold?

It can, but it’s much less common than leasehold ownership - and can sometimes lead to issues with lenders, insurance and shared building maintenance.

Our latest guide explains:
✔ What a freehold flat actually is
✔ Why “flying freeholds” can be complicated
✔ The pros and cons of leasehold vs freehold
✔ How share of freehold works
✔ Why commonhold is gaining attention in the market

If you’re buying, selling or already own a flat, this guide will help you understand your options.

We are here to help you - read more here:
https://thefreeholdcollective.co.uk/blog/can-a-first-floor-flat-be-freehold

Discover if a first floor flat can be freehold and navigate the complexities with expert insights. Explore your ownership options today!

22/05/2026

🔆🔆🔆Reviewing your finances and property freehold options over the long weekend? 🔆🔆🔆

Enjoy the sun and start here with our guide, free to use, UK-wide

Get an instant estimate of your freehold purchase costs. Use our calculator to plan your budget and contact The Freehold Collective for expert advice

21/05/2026

Think owning a “share of freehold” means there’s no landlord?
Er, not quite ...

Even in share of freehold flats, there’s usually still a legal landlord structure in place (it is often the company owned by the flat owners themselves).

Understanding who’s responsible for things like Building maintenance - Service charges - Lease extensions - Repairs & management …is really important before buying a flat or joining a freehold company.

If you own a flat or are thinking about buying one, this is well worth a read 👇
https://thefreeholdcollective.co.uk/blog/who-is-the-landlord-in-share-of-freehold-flats/

Learn who the landlord is in flats with a share of freehold, how responsibilities work, and what it means for leaseholders and owners.

19/05/2026

Behind every successful freehold acquisition is a team of trusted experts working in step.

That's the whole point of the TFC Partner Network, every firm we work with is vetted for their breadth of experience, transparency, and a genuine client-first approach.

Leaseholders get the right expertise at the right moment, and projects get done properly.

Every now and again we do some intro's - and this month we're delighted to welcome two brilliant new Silver partners:

— Blocnet are a new breed of managing agent specialising in transparent residential block management. Welcome Jai and team!

— Realty Management are an award-winning management solutions for apartments and estates. Welcome Lauren and team!

Better partners. Better outcomes with real choices (yet no office plants in sight ... luckily this is just a library image, we like greenery in real life!)

18/05/2026

🎥 Monday Mike for UK leaseholders seeking change

Thinking about moving forward, but unsure where to start?

We help people understand what’s possible, answer the difficult questions, and bring neighbours together so everyone is working from the same page.

From the first conversation to completion (and even aftercare)
TFC manage the entire process from beginning to end.

If you’re exploring your options, we’re always happy to help.

15/05/2026

Own a leasehold flat? Don’t ignore your lease length.

Once it drops below 80 years, extension costs can jump fast 💸
Our new guide covers: • Statutory vs informal extensions • Common leaseholder mistakes • Why timing matters • When collective freehold purchase makes sense

Protect your property value before it gets expensive.
Weekend read: https://thefreeholdcollective.co.uk/blog/how-to-extend-the-lease-on-a-flat

Discover how to extend the leasehold on a flat and secure your home's value. Learn essential steps and strategies today for peace of mind!