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Apartments

Over the last few decades, apartments have become increasingly popular, not only amongst the young and city dwellers, but also for those who have retired and are looking to downsize. There has been a vast increase in the number of mill and warehouse conversions making apartments readily obtainable in both urban and rural settings.

If you're looking to buy a flat, there are a number of aspects that you will need to be aware of: Is the flat leasehold or would you have a share of the freehold? What features should you look for? What about maintenance fees and service charges? In this section we take a closer look at all these issues to ensure you are armed with the right information.

Pros and Cons
A rundown of the advantages and disadvantages of living in a flat ...
Features to Look For
Checking out the room sizes, fittings, facilities and other features when buying an apartment ...
Service Charges
A look at the fees you may need to pay for the upkeep of an apartment building and the use of its services ...
Covenants and Restrictions
The responsibilities of the freeholder and the flat owner ...
Leasehold Information
The low-down on leaseholds, extending your lease and becoming a freeholder ...