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Leasehold vs freehold: what’s the difference?

Explains what leasehold and freehold property means, the difference between them, and managing disputes. 

GOV.UK
Leasehold property

A short guide and overview of aspects of leasehold property ownership.

Shelter
Leasehold and leaseholders rights
This information explains your rights as a leaseholder and where to get further advice. (Content applies to England only.)
LEASE- The Leasehold Advisory Service
Living in leasehold flats - a guide to how it works

Overview guide to leasehold law. Explains your rights and responsibilities if you have just bought, or are thinking of buying, a flat or leasehold house.

Shelter
Leasehold service charges explained

Leaseholders will usually have to pay service charges. Find out more about service charges, if you disagree with them and what happens if you don't pay. (Content applies to England only.)

LEASE- The Leasehold Advisory Service
Service charges and other issues

Comprehensive guide to service charges, administration charges, ground rent, recognised tenants associations and forfeiture.

LEASE - The Leasehold Advisory Service
Leasehold extension - getting started

Explains your legal right to extend your lease, including checking you eligibility, costs, gathering information and the tenant's notice. 

LEASE - The Leasehold Advisory Service
Freehold and leasehold - frequently asked questions

Most popular questions and answers on aspects of residential leasehold law, including freeholders and leaseholders rights and obligations, grouped according to subject matter.

Mayor of London
Leasehold guide for Londoners

Information written for Londoners but useful for all leaseholders in England and Wales. Includes information on buying a leasehold house or flat, extending the lease or buying the freehold, complaints and repairs.

LEASE - The Leasehold Advisory Service
Application to the First-tier Tribunal (property chamber)

Sets out the process of applying to the tribunal to resolve a leasehold dispute.

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