Block Management
We take the greatest pride in delivering an exceptional service, and at all times ensuring the safety and well being of all residents is at the forefront of what we do.
Why work with us?
About our Block Management Services
We are a local independent agent established in 1996, working with investment Landlords, Residents Management Companies and Right to Manage Companies in the management of residential blocks and estates in East Sussex. We look after buildings from as small as 2 units to as large as 70 units comprising over 900 leasehold properties.
We are proud to be affiliated with The Property Institute, incorporating ARMA (Association of Residential Managing Agents), the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and IRPM (Institute of Residential Property Management) who are the key industry bodies that govern the leasehold sector. These associations represent the ‘gold standard’ and support proactive managing agents like us in providing professional training and qualifications, development opportunities, and an industry leading choice of resources, data and expertise.
The work that we do as proud representatives of these organisations helps to provide foundations for better places to live and a positive social impact
Our Services
Property Management
Communication is probably one of the key factors of good management and as such we ensure all clients have a dedicated Property Manager, as well as a dedicated Assistant Property Manager to ensure cover and availability at all times.
- Health & Safety compliance
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- Arrangement of insurances and claims handling
- Quarterly Property Inspections & reports
- Planned and preventative maintenance
- Attendance of meetings
- Arrangement of Major Works to include service of statutory Notices
- Emergency out of hours contact provided 24/7
Financial
We have a very experienced and dedicated accounts team to allow our property managers to manage and our accounts team concentrate on ensuring the financial aspects are complied with.
- Budget management, and regular financial reporting
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- Collections of Ground Rent and Service Charge
- Advice on building suitable reserves for future cyclical maintenance
- Assistance with preparation of annual accounts and distribution
- Energy broking and procurement of competitive tariffs
- Attentive handling of leaseholder enquiries
Company Secretarial Services
For our RMC and RTM Clients, we provide an optional service to act as your Company Secretary.
- Companies House filings
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- Maintaining the Company Register
- Transfer of membership and share certificates
- AGM Notices
- Guidance on Company legislation throughout our management.
Right to Manage
The Right to Manage (RTM) was introduced through the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002. It gives leaseholders the statutory right to take over the management of their property from the landlord by setting up a special company – a right to manage company.
- Provide guidance and advise
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- Organise Initial residents meetings
- Prepare & Respond to Statutory notices
- Recommend and instruct specialised local solicitors & Accountants
- Organise handover
- Commence Management
What We Offer
Compliance & Standards
Block Management News
What can we learn from the Grenfell Inquiry
Last month, the six-year Grenfell Inquiry, led by retired judge Sir Martin Moore-Bick, released its final, 1,700-page report into the 2017 fire at the west London tower block which cost 72 lives. (Victims’ aged ranged from six to 84.) Cladding had already been...
Feel the benefits of working with a Property Institute member agent
What is the TPI? The Property Institute (TPI) is a not-for-profit, member-led organisation which resulted from a merger of The Association of Residential Managing Agents (ARMA) and the Institute of Residential Property Management (IRPM), with the two organisations...
Block management: what makes Oakfield Estate Agents different?
At Oakfield Estate Agents, we’re pretty well known in our neck of the woods, where we’ve had a base since 1996. With a presence across the area and offices in Bexhill, Hastings, Eastbourne, Uckfield, Lewes and Heathfield, we enjoy a solid reputation thanks to our...
Block Management Case Studies
Carlton House, Tunbridge Wells
Carlton House, Tunbridge WellsCarlton House, located in Tunbridge Wells, is a grand, modern purpose built block of 8 Apartments who contacted Oakfield in 2020 seeking a new managing agent. After having previous experience with another local managing agent, the Board...
Wallington Towers, Bexhill-on-Sea
Wallington Towers, BexhillOriginally part of a larger Freehold Company of three Properties, Wallington Towers RTM Company appointed Oakfield as Managing Agents, to take over from the Freehold Companies Agent.Initially managed by our department manager, Oakfield hit...
Royal Court, Hastings
Royal Court, HastingsRoyal Court, a block of 16 purpose-built apartments, sits proudly in central Hastings, overseeing the grounds of Alexandra Park.In 2017, the Residents Management Company made contact with Oakfield’s Block Management department, to explore the...
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