Attwood Property Services

In addition to our block management services we also provide a Company Secretarial and/or Registered Office service. This includes the following and more:

• Maintaining and updating Companies House documents;
• Submitting Annual Returns;
• Providing a Company Registered Office;
• The calling of Annual General Meetings with associated documents;
• General Meeting minute taking;
• Issuing of company shares and certificates;
• Ensuring company accounts are prepared, signed and submitted on time.

These services are heavily discounted if we perform secretarial duties to the company for any development we manage.

It is important to understand how money is collected and used within a management company. Moreover, it is important to understand the difference between a management company and a managing agent, including the roles and responsibilities each has in relation to looking after your development.

The Management Company:

Every flat owner in a development with a management company usually has an equal share holding in the company and therefore the development. This entitles them to vote on all matters within the company, such as who should be Directors, how should their money be spent and even what should they pay in terms of maintenance charges.

Yes, it really is essentially up to you to voice your opinion on how much you pay and how it is spent. This is why it is important that the handling of your money is transparent and accountable.

The Managing Agent:

The managing agent is, typically chosen by you, via your Directors. Since you should have elected your Directors, you are asking them to ensure that your development is looked after properly. A transparent managing agent is essential in making sure your money works for you.

The managing agent is usually responsible for negotiating and maintaining insurances and maintenance contracts for the development, using the service charges to maintain these contracts on your behalf.