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How to Extend the Lease On a Flat

May 12, 2026 (Updated: May 12, 2026) Mike Somekh

Thinking about extending your lease? You’re definitely not the first one to be worrying about the dwindling time left on your lease. For many flat owners, the ticking clock can be more than a little unnerving. But it’s not just about the countdown – it’s about making sure your home is still worth something, and […]

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What Happens When the Lease Expires on a Flat?

November 7, 2025 (Updated: July 15, 2026) Mike Somekh

One of our favourite client stories began with exactly the worry this article answers. A leaseholder at Garden Lodge Court in East Finchley contacted us about a lease extension — a shortening lease, and the assumption that extending it was the only way out. Mike’s advice was to do something the caller thought impossible: buy […]

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Can a Freeholder Refuse To Extend My Lease?

March 19, 2025 (Updated: July 15, 2026) Mike Somekh

If you’re a flat leaseholder looking for a lease extension, there’s one question that’s probably on your mind: can your landlord refuse to extend your lease? The short legal answer is no — but the honest, practical answer is that a freeholder who cannot lawfully refuse can still make saying yes very expensive. In 12+ […]

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Lease Extensions Explained: The Step-By-Step Guide

April 28, 2023 (Updated: August 6, 2025) Mike Somekh

If you have a leasehold property and need to extend your existing lease, but aren’t sure how, you’re in the right place.

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What’s the Cost of Extending a Lease on a Share of a Freehold?

February 21, 2023 (Updated: July 15, 2026) Mike Somekh

Extending the lease on your home can be an intimidating and costly process, but it doesn’t have to be. We’re here to help. Whether you’re a leaseholder looking to extend your lease via your collective freehold, or a share of freehold owner looking to grant a lease extension to yourself or other residents of your […]

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