Fire Safety in Blocks of Flats: A Guide for RMC and RTM Directors
If you are a director of a Residents’ Management Company (RMC) or a Right to Manage (RTM) company, fire safety is the area where your company is most likely to carry direct legal responsibility, and where getting things wrong matters most. The rules for blocks of flats in England have changed a great deal since […]
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 […]
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 […]
Managing Difficult Situations: Our Approach to Conflict Resolution in Property Management
In the complex world of block and estate management, conflicts are, unfortunately, inevitable. At Larchfield Asset Management, we believe it is not the presence of challenges but how they are addressed that defines the quality of service. Effective conflict resolution is at the heart of our professional ethos, and today, we’re sharing how our structured […]
Professional Standards and Ethics in Block Management | RICS Regulated Property Management
At the heart of successful block and estate management lies a commitment to professional standards and ethical conduct. In an industry where trust, transparency, and compliance are essential, aligning with the expectations set by professional bodies such as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and The Property Institute (TPI) is vital. These frameworks do […]
