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Leaseholder Reforms: Why the Government’s Transparency Plans May Miss the Bigger Picture
As part of ongoing leaseholder reforms, the Government has launched a new consultation, Strengthening Leaseholder Protections over Charges and Services, which closes on 26th September 2025. We spoke to our CEO, David Goldberg, on this.
“The service charge on my two-bed flat is way more compared to my friend’s one in the building next door: Why?”
At POD, we are often asked why the service charge to a particular customer is different to that of a seemingly comparable property elsewhere. Whilst it might seem like an easy comparison, unfortunately, you are not comparing ‘apples with apples.’
Even when two buildings look similar from the outside, the way service charges are calculated can differ quite significantly. Here’s why.
Why Residential Service Charges Rise & Other Questions Answered
Have you ever wondered why service charges rise, or what your service charge is being spent on? This article can help you gain clarity on some common issues.