Receiving a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) can be unsettling but ignoring it won’t make it go away. In fact, failing to respond could mean losing your property without the opportunity to negotiate compensation or raise objections. In this blog, we explain what happens if you ignore a CPO, the risks involved, and why early action is essential. Whether you're a homeowner or a business owner, understanding your rights and options can make all the difference.

If you own a leasehold flat in Chatham with under 90 years remaining, now is the time to act. This guide explains lease extension costs, marriage value, and how to protect your flat’s long-term value with expert valuation advice.

If you're a landlord with an upcoming rent review, this guide explains how to prepare, what market rent means, and how a qualified surveyor can support you. Olden Property acts for both landlords and tenants.

Own a flat in Tunbridge Wells with a lease under 90 years? Find out why acting early can save you thousands. This guide explains the lease extension process, costs, and how Olden Property can help.

Unsure if you need a Red Book valuation? Learn when a formal RICS-compliant report is necessary and what it means for legal, tax, and lending matters.

If you own a leasehold flat in Brighton or Hove, extending your lease is essential to protect its value and avoid rising costs. At Olden Property, we offer professional lease extension valuations and guidance across Brighton & Hove. Contact us today for advice and a no-obligation quote.

Receiving a Compulsory Purchase Order can be overwhelming but you do have rights. In this guide, Chartered Surveyor Tom Olden explains the UK CPO process, how to object, and what compensation you're entitled to. Learn how to protect your property interests with expert advice tailored for homeowners, landlords and businesses.

Need an expert witness report for a property dispute? Chartered Surveyor Tom Olden explains the process, when it's needed, and how to get reliable, court-compliant reports.

Need rent review help in Tunbridge Wells? Chartered surveyor Tom Olden explains how to navigate increases, assess fair rent, and protect your business.

Learn how the North Finchley regeneration scheme affects property owners, businesses & residents. Get expert help with land assembly & CPOs from Olden Property.

Thinking of extending your lease? Discover why it's essential for protecting your property’s value, what affects the true cost, and how expert advice from Olden Property can secure you a better deal.

If you own a leasehold property in Hastings, extending your lease is essential for maintaining its value and marketability. This guide breaks down the process, from valuation to negotiation, helping you navigate lease extensions with confidence.

The Lower Thames Crossing has been approved, set to ease congestion and improve travel times. However, for affected landowners, this brings uncertainty. Learn how compulsory purchase orders and land acquisition may impact you and how expert guidance can help.

Extending your lease is an essential process for leaseholders looking to maintain the value of their property. Learn how the 80-year rule impacts lease extensions and why acting early can save you thousands. Understand marriage value and its effect on your property’s lease extension cost

For leaseholders in Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks, extending a lease is a crucial financial decision. Whether you're a homeowner looking to protect your investment or a landlord seeking to maintain property value, understanding the costs involved in a lease extension is essential.

The proposed third runway at Heathrow Airport is a major infrastructure project that will significantly impact local homeowners and businesses. If your property falls within the scheme boundary or surrounding areas, you may be affected by compulsory purchase or suffer from property blight. Understanding your rights and available compensation is essential.

Shropshire House and Cheshire House are two 17-storey blocks, comprising 204 homes, located on the Shires Estate in Edmonton, Enfield. Enfield Council is considering a number of options for the future of Cheshire House and Shropshire House in Edmonton, including moving every resident out of the buildings permanently and decommissioning the buildings.

The Gascoigne Estate, located south of Barking Town Centre, is undergoing a major regeneration. Covering approximately 40 hectares, it includes three schools, two nurseries, arts and community facilities, and 1,500 existing homes. This regeneration, one of London's largest, has been progressing over the past decade.

Although something we deal with every day at Olden Property, it surprises most people to learn that in 2024 can have your house forcibly acquired from you in the UK. This can be your home that has been in your family for 100s of years or the buy to let investment you purchased three years ago. It can be a farm with land or a flat in the centre of London.

How long will this Compulsory Purchase Order take? It depends on who you ask but generally the answer is ‘too long’. The following is a broad breakdown of the various stages of a compulsory purchase order.