Guides & Resources

Practical, plain-English guides to help leaseholders understand their rights, set up associations, and hold management companies to account.

Information only — not legal advice

This guide is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. The law is complex and changes frequently; your circumstances may differ from those described here. We strongly recommend consulting a qualified solicitor, surveyor, or other professional before taking action based on this content. LeaseholdConnect accepts no liability for decisions made in reliance on this information.

Getting Started12 min read

How to Set Up a Leaseholders Association: A Step-by-Step Guide

Everything you need to know to form an effective leaseholders association in England, from gauging interest to holding your first AGM.

Your Rights10 min read

Your Rights Under the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024

A plain-English summary of the key changes introduced by the 2024 Act and what they mean for leaseholders in practice.

Service Charges11 min read

How to Challenge Unreasonable Service Charges

A practical guide to understanding your service charges, spotting problems, and challenging costs through the First-tier Tribunal.

Right to Manage11 min read

What is Right to Manage and How to Apply

Learn about the Right to Manage process, eligibility requirements, and how to take control of your building's management.

Meetings8 min read

How to Set Up Your First Association Meeting

A practical checklist for preparing agenda, attendance, visibility, and follow-up so your first meeting runs smoothly.

Meetings10 min read

Running Your First AGM: A Template and Checklist

A step-by-step walkthrough for planning, running, and following up on your association's first Annual General Meeting.

Platform9 min read

How to Bulk Import Members and Units (Step-by-Step)

A detailed, beginner-friendly guide to importing member and unit data from Excel or Google Sheets exports, including missing-unit handling and troubleshooting.

Platform8 min read

How to Request and Collect Document Signatures

A practical guide to setting up visual signature fields, requesting signatures from members, and tracking completion in one place.

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