What Leaseholders Need to Know About Ground Rent Changes and Selling Your Property – Ep. 14

Welcome to another episode of The All Things Property Podcast! In this week’s instalment, hosts Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler, along with guest hound, Ted, dive deep into the often misunderstood world of ground rent and leasehold properties. With their signature straight-talking, practical style, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler break down what ground rent actually is, why it matters for buyers and sellers, and how changes in legislation could impact both leaseholders and landlords in the coming years.

They share real-life experiences from their property market experience, discuss the challenges around short leases and rapidly increasing ground rents, and offer actionable advice for anyone owning or considering a leasehold property. You’ll learn about vital things like checking the terms of your lease, understanding your rights as a leaseholder, and what steps you should be taking now to stay ahead of incoming laws that promise to cap ground rents and make leasehold ownership fairer.

Whether you’re an investor, landlord, or homeowner, this episode is packed with honest guidance to help you navigate the complexities of property ownership—without any of the usual corporate jargon. Sit back and join the conversation as our hosts make sense of lease terms, legislation, and your next steps in the ever-evolving property landscape!

Chapters

00:00 “Ground Rent Changes Explained”

03:38 Freehold vs Leasehold Explained

06:46 Ground Rent Causes Mortgage Issues

10:16 “Leasehold Selling: Key Steps”