Does the leasehold revolution go far enough?
Original Article Summary
The government has today published the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill in draft
PropMatch Curated Analysis
The government's draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill proposes banning new leasehold flats, capping existing ground rents at £250 annually, and abolishing forfeiture, marking a fundamental shift away from leasehold ownership.
Investor Relevance
Critical for leasehold property investors as it affects asset values, income streams from ground rents, exit strategies, and future acquisition decisions. The ground rent cap and forfeiture changes directly impact investment returns and risk profiles.
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