Section 20 Consultation Explained: A Guide for RMC and RTM Directors
What Section 20 consultation is, when it applies, the three stages, and what happens if it goes wrong. A practical guide for RMC and RTM directors in Torbay and South Devon.
Thinking of Changing Your Managing Agent? A Practical Guide for RMC and RTM Directors
Unhappy with your managing agent? A practical guide for RMC and RTM directors on reviewing your agreement, choosing a new agent and securing a smooth handover.
Meet Lamees: Experience and Expertise in Block Management
Experience, practical knowledge and a people-first approach to property management At Larchfield Asset Management, we believe good property management depends as much on the people looking after a development as it does on processes, systems and procedures. As our team continues to grow, we think it’s time to introduce some of the people behind Larchfield […]
Autumn Block Maintenance Checklist: Getting Ahead Before Winter
We run this autumn block maintenance checklist through every development we manage each year. September and October are among the most important months in block and estate management. That’s not because of the dramatic storms winter brings. It’s because of the groundwork that determines how well a development copes with them. Here’s what we’re focusing […]
The New RICS Service Charge Residential Management Code: What RMC and RTM Directors Need to Know
The RICS Service Charge Residential Management Code has been updated for 2026. We look at what the new Code means for RMC and RTM directors and the standards they should expect from professional residential management.
Directors of Residential Management Companies Duties, Risks and Best Practice
Residential Management Company directors carry significant legal and financial responsibility. The role is becoming increasingly governance focused and compliance driven. In the context of leasehold and estate management reform, regulatory scrutiny and growing leaseholder awareness, expectations placed upon RMC boards continue to rise. Many directors serve on a voluntary basis and are leaseholders within the […]
Legislative Update 2026: What Block & Estate Managers Need to Know
The legislative framework surrounding leasehold and estate management reform 2026 continues to evolve at pace. Over the past two years, substantial reform has been introduced, with further measures in consultation and draft form, creating significant implications for residential block and estate management. For freeholders, RMCs, RTM companies and managing agents, these changes carry both operational […]
Winter-Proofing Your Block: Essential Checks Before the Storms Hit
As temperatures drop and storms become more frequent, preparing your block for winter isn’t just a good idea, it’s essential. Proactive maintenance now can prevent costly repairs later, keep residents safe, and ensure your property weathers the season without a hitch. Here’s your go-to checklist and some practical tips to help you stay ahead. Seasonal […]
Summer’s Here: Time to Get Proactive with Your Block Maintenance in Torbay
Your trusted RICS-regulated property management experts serving Torbay, Newton Abbot, and Bovey Tracey With the warmer, drier days finally upon us, it’s the perfect time for block managers and leaseholders to turn their attention to proactive maintenance and improvement works. At Larchfield Asset Management, we see summer as a golden window of opportunity to carry […]
Navigating the Complexities of High-Rise Block Management: Our Expertise at Larchfield
At Larchfield Asset Management, we’re proud to now manage seven high-rise buildings across our growing portfolio. High-rise residential blocks, defined as buildings at least 18 metres in height or with at least seven storeys, bring a unique set of responsibilities and regulatory requirements that set them apart from low-rise developments. Managing these buildings isn’t just […]
