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Residents Update – Covid-19

After over 5 months of remote working we are all delighted to announce we have returned to the office on a phased basis with all staff now working two days in the office and three days remotely. Whilst the office phone lines will remain open as normal we would ask during this period that you continue to contact us by raising a request via the home page when you Login to myproperty Portal or by emailing myproperty@casserlypm.co.ukWe would also request that any residents that are self-isolating notify us. When you Login to myproperty Portal please complete the ‘Report Self-Isolation Form’. Alternatively you can email myproperty@casserlypm.co.ukOur guiding property management body, ARMA, have asked us to record all incidences of self-isolation in the blocks of flats we manage. Our tasks are to ascertain if a resident (leaseholder or sub-tenant) in self-isolation is doing so as a precautionary measure (due to illness) or if they have been tested positive for Covid-19.We are then expected to follow guidance from Public Health England (PHE) to organise the appropriate cleaning of the common parts which would likely be an ongoing task.We will then notify all residents, any on-site staff and any visiting contractors of the presence in the block of someone self-isolating for precautionary reasons due to illness/symptoms or that they have been tested positive for Covid-19. Please ensure you have registered with myproperty Portal in order to ensure you receive all email notifications about your development as we are unable to send out letters by post during this period of lockdown.We remind residents to take extra care in maintaining high standards of hygiene, including hand washing and to limit or avoid touching doors, push plates, handrails, lift buttons etc.Please note the below link to the stay at home guidance for households with possible coronavirus (COVID-19) infection:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-stay-at-home-guidanceStay safe everyone and look after those around you in these unprecedented times.

Introducing Our Customer Referral Programme

Today, I’m excited to be introducing our Customer Referral Programme, which we decided to refer to, quite simply, as the Casserly Referral Programme. Not overly imaginative, I know. But it does what it says on the tin!   We’re extremely fortunate in that we receive a great deal of very positive feedback from our clients…

Neighbour Disputes & Other Reasons to Change A Managing Agent

Neighbour disputes are a common issue affecting the Directors and members of a Residents Management Company (RMC). And where the Directors and members of the RMC have chosen to self-manage, rather than appoint a professional Managing Agent, they often prove to be very time-consuming, emotionally draining and require strong diplomatic skills to reach any kind…

Property Developers and Estate Management Don’t Mix

It might seem an obvious thing to say but Property Developers and Estate Management don’t mix. That’s understandable when you consider that each activity requires a very different set of skills and organisation, not to mention the complex legal and operational demands that apply to Estate Management.   Property Developers are obliged to set up…

What is Block Management? A Complete Guide

What is Block Management?  Managing a residential block of apartments or flats is no small task.  In fact, it can be quite complex.  From handling maintenance to ensuring compliance with legal regulations, the responsibilities are extensive and a structured approach is required.   This is where Block Management comes into play. But what exactly is…

The King’s Speech 2024

Residential property management points of interest from The King’s Speech 2024, which was given in the House of Lords on Wednesday 17th July 2024. Draft Legislation Will Be Published on Leasehold and Commonhold Reform “The Government will act quickly to provide homeowners with greater rights, powers and protections over their homes by implementing the provisions…

The 2024 Ace Awards Big Reveal

Mr & Mrs Paul Casserly Arriving at the ACE Awards 2024 The ACE Awards 21st June 2024 We had a fabulous evening at the 2024 ACE Awards big reveal celebrations on Friday. It was an evening of great company, fantastic food, lots of excitement – especially during the build up to the award ceremony itself…

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 (LAFRA) received Royal Assent on Friday 24th May 2024, as part of the pre-election procedure known as the “wash-up”. LAFRA brings some fundamental changes to leasehold valuation methodology and legal processes, with the intention of making it easier, cheaper, fairer and more transparent for leaseholders to extend their leases and…

Casserly Property Management Confirmed as Shortlisted Finalists in the 2024 ACE Awards

As TPI Members, we were absolutely thrilled when we recently received confirmation that we’ve been shortlisted as finalists for the 2024 ACE Awards in the category of ‘Managing Agent of the Year (1,001 – 2,000 Units)’. Apparently, there have been a record number of nominations this year, which makes our shortlisting even more special and,…

Why Choose an Independent Managing Agent?

Why Choose an Independent Managing Agent? After the Directors of the Residents Management Company (RMC) became increasingly dissatisfied with the poor service levels being provided by their National Managing Agent, In June 2024, we took over management of a development of 36 apartments over 4 blocks at Spath Holme in Didsbury, Manchester.   Dissatisfaction over…

National Housebuilder Hands Over the Residents Management Company for the Residents to Run

When it comes to any new development, the time will come when the developer / housebuilder hands over the Residents Management Company for the residents to run. This handing over takes place once the development is complete – or after a certain number of the properties have been sold.   You see, every development incorporates…

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