Keyword "property-clinic" - List of latest news (147 results)

22/04 Our daughter’s family lives with us. Will she have to pay tax upon inheritance?

We are wondering what we should consider as we look towards planning our will

21/04 Which windows are best to block out noise and retain heat?

I have been advised the double glazing I have is best. Is that true?

14/04 Extension or attic conversion: What’s the best way to add space to our home?

We’ve heard horror stories about the timing and cost of extensions

14/04 How to add a built-in bench for extra storage and seating in your home

It’s a clever design idea that can change how a space looks and functions

08/04 My apartment building is being targeted by a gang of unruly youths. What can I do?

Property Clinic: I find the behaviour frustrating and also a bit intimidating as a widow living by myself

07/04 ‘A developer is planning to build a huge apartment block beside my home. What can I do?’

Property Clinic: ‘The planned development could have a life-changing impact on my home’

31/03 Downsizing: Can we leave our furniture behind and should we look for cash-buyers only?

We are in our mid-70s and are considering downsizing to our investment apartment

26/03 The doorbell to our apartment has been out of order for months. What can we do?

We have raised this issue with our managing agent, but it is not being addressed

25/03 I think damp on the wall inside my home is coming from my neighbour’s property. What should I do?

The moisture in my home is coming from my neighbour’s property

17/03 What do I need to know in order to rent out my parents’ former home?

I’m leaning towards keeping the property for my children

12/03 Could my neighbour’s black bamboo make my home uninsurable?

His watering of the trees has rendered my shed a soggy mess and I am terrified for my property

10/03 Does apartment building management have the right to forbid smoking?

Can they tell me I cannot smoke in my own apartment when my lease doesn’t specify the rule?

04/03 My aged mother’s health is declining quickly. Should we prepare her home for sale?

Property Clinic: My siblings and I want to avoid any conflict while dealing with the loss of a family member

27/02 ‘Can our estate’s managment company ask our neighbour to take down his fairy lights?’

‘My neighbour across the road installs very over-the-top flashing lights for the festive season’

26/02 ‘Our hall smells damp. How can we remedy it?’

Could poor air circulation underneath our floorboards be the cause of the damp smell in our home?

18/02 ‘I’m worried that a wind farm construction entrance close to my home will cause damage and disruption. What can I do?’

I’m concerned about noise, destruction of my boundary hedge, dust and the possible effect it may have on my house’s foundations

17/02 Apartment management fees are hindering our ability to save for a house. What can be done?

We worry that other owners are not paying their fair shares and driving up costs

10/02 ‘How can we go about building a sustainable family home without breaking the bank?’

We’re a bit lost on how to start and what options are available and affordable

04/02 ‘Is it true we have no legal right to our sea view?’

Neighbours’ overgrown trees will eventually obscure our view of the bay and the peninsula beyond

02/02 ‘My apartment walls are paper thin. How can I reduce noise disruption to neighbours?’

‘Are there improvements you would suggest I make to have better sound privacy?’

28/01 ‘Management fees at my development have been raised too high for pensioners like me. What can I do?’

‘Is there any way to monitor the management, costs and so on?’

21/01 Will my son have to pay stamp duty on part of house he acquires from his ex?

Son is able to repay his ex-partner for her contribution and wants to transfer the full title to himself

20/01 Is apartment block management obligated to make doors suitable for owners with disabilities?

The new doors are heavy to open and difficult to unlock and manoeuvre through with a walker

14/01 Are home-buying grants available to us as returning emigrants?

I am a returning Irish citizen but it seems schemes for first-time buyers don’t apply to us

03/12 What can we do about a constant hum from our neighbours’ heat pump?

We’ve been complaining for eight months now and nothing has changed

03/12 What can we do about constant hum from neighbours’ heat pump?

We’ve been complaining for eight months now and nothing has changed

26/11 If I sell an inherited property, how do I calculate the tax owed?

I’m confused as to what the property valuation date should be when calculating capital gains tax

25/11 I don’t want my neighbour to install an air-con unit encroaching on my garden. What can I do?

I’m concerned about the noise the machine will make at night and that it will be an eyesore

19/11 First-time buyers: ‘Should we buy an apartment or a doer-upper?’

We live in a Dublin commuter town and there are not many homes coming up for sale

18/11 We’ve gone sale-agreed on a home with a moisture issue. Should we walk away?

Would it make sense to go ahead with the purchase and fix any issues as they arise?

12/11 Are owners in my estate’s management company using funds to ‘feather their own nest’?

They have spent a lot of money having the area around where they live replanted and mulched

11/11 The property management company has put a lock on the lift in my building. What can I do?

As a tenant, should I have access to a parking space attached to the building?

05/11 Why are we getting condensation on our new triple-glazed windows?

We didn’t expect this issue as we also have a mechanical ventilation heat recovery system

04/11 We haven’t bought a house in 35 years. How should we go about downsizing?

What do we need to know as we look for a new house and get ready to sell our current one?

29/10 We don’t qualify for retrofitting grants to convert a garage for a relative. What can we do on a budget?

Our family member relies on disability benefit, so ensuring the conversion is energy efficient is a priority

22/10 Is it better for my tax bill if my parents transfer their house to me now rather than in their will?

Would it be categorised as a ‘gift’ and would tax be charged accordingly?

21/10 Could we insulate the attic ourselves to save money this winter?

It gets close to the correct temperature on the ground floor of our home, but upstairs is often too hot or too cold

15/10 Property Clinic: Can I raise rent to market rates following energy upgrades?

I rent out a property for €1,400 a month. The open-market rent would be about €2,300

14/10 Boundary issues: who is responsible for my shared fence?

How do we work out cost and the type of fencing we choose when they need to be replaced?

11/10 Am I liable to pay capital gains tax having sold one of two adjoining properties?

Will I have to pay CGT given that I have not made a gain on my initial outlay for the two properties?

08/10 Apartment block leaks: Is it always up to the management company to cover repairs?

If the lease says the OMC is responsible for repairs but people do not wish to pay for other’s leaks, can we vote against it?

01/10 Our house is still cold after installing external insulation. What can we do?

There’s a black damp developing on the walls and ceiling in the bathroom

30/09 Who is responsible for repairing sewerage pipe damage affecting our houses?

Both Irish Water and the local council claim it is a private matter

24/09 Who is responsible for leak damage from the apartment above?

The building’s management company refuses to disclose contact details of the upstairs property owners due to GDPR rules

23/09 Our son’s family needs more space. Would it be costly to swap houses with them?

What legal and tax implications would be involved if our son took ownership of our larger house?

18/09 How should I convert my flat roof to satisfy my insurance company?

I’ve grown so jaded of struggling to get insurance that I’ve decided to convert the flat portion into a pitched roof

16/09 Should I buy neighbouring property even if it doesn’t have correct planning permission?

Former office premises have been rented out as residential accommodation without changing use

10/09 My apartment is costing me a fortune to heat. What can I do?

Property Clinic: While apartments were historically considered more energy efficient than individual houses, many older units are now in need of an upgrade

03/09 Housing shortage: Not making a will leaves thousands of vacant homes in limbo

More than 27,000 properties in the State are vacant because their former residents have died

03/09 My apartment has been badly damaged by leaks. Who is responsible for repairs of €6,000 per room?

Property Clinic: The water damage is significant and will cost thousands to repair

02/09 Surely our neighbours are responsible for maintaining their old and dangerous oak tree?

Property Clinic: There are lots of weak, spindly branches overhanging our garden

27/08 Storage or central heating – which is more expensive to upgrade to air-to-water pump system?

We are interested in two properties, but which one would cost more to upgrade?

26/08 Should we sell our home before we buy a new one to downsize to?

What can we do to make sure there aren’t unnecessary delays in the process?

17/07 Will my daughter be liable for inheritance tax if she sells my home when I’m gone?

The home is large and the expenses of maintaining the house after my death will not make sense

16/07 How can I find out about an owners’ management company before I buy an apartment?

Is it my solicitor’s responsibility to seek information on how the complex is run?

02/07 Can I make a claim to own the strip of land behind my house?

A native hedgerow was removed and the GAA club behind us now uses the land

01/07 Tenant has offered to pay market rates to stop me selling property in rent pressure zone. What can I do?

We have decided to sell the house because it’s not economically viable to be a landlord

25/06 When do we have to start paying tax on the trust set up by our late father?

My father left property assets in a discretionary family trust set up during his lifetime

24/06 How do we go about buying our first home?

So far we’ve managed to save about half of the 10 per cent deposit we’ll need to buy a small house

19/06 Noise from the plumbing in the apartment above me is very loud. What can I do?

Property Clinic: I can hear showers, dishwashers and so on, but no other noises from the apartment

18/06 How can my house generate an income now that I’m living in a nursing home?

Can you advise me about what’s involved in renting, and ‘pledged’ housing?

11/06 Commuters treat our development as a ‘park-and-ride’ facility. What can I do?

Can I request that our management company assign spaces to residents?

29/05 I’m worried about a broken window in my apartment block and the management company has failed to act. What can I do?

I‘m worried about the security aspect because anyone could reach inside and open the window to gain access to the building

28/05 Owners of property to rear of mine removed its roof - resulting in mould on my wall. What can I do?

The new owners removed the roof two years ago, leaving the other side of the end wall exposed to the elements

22/05 Property Clinic: Our new combi boiler breaks down every night. What can we do?

Property Clinic: We have to manually switch our boiler on to heat our home or have a shower

20/05 How much tax will I pay on my Irish rental property when I move overseas?

Property Clinic: And how will tax be deducted from the rental income I receive?

14/05 Are we entitled to fell the trees and clear the wilderness next to our home?

Property Clinic: We’re concerned that we would be legally liable if one of the trees were to fall and cause damage

07/05 Tenant refuses to vacate my son’s house. What can he do?

My son moved abroad to work during the recession and had no choice but to rent out his property

01/05 Should we buy a city apartment for now or a house in a commuter town for the future?

Property Clinic: We are first-time buyers and plan to grow our family in the next three to five years

30/04 Is the landlord or managment company responsible for upgrading our windows?

Windows in the apartment do not seal properly and mould collects on the edges of them

23/04 Can the management company for our development enforce mandatory use of parking app?

I cannot obtain permits without accepting use of the app, but I don’t believe it’s GDPR compliant

21/04 ‘We wanted it to last for another 100 years’: the families transforming period houses

Working on a listed or period property may be a daunting task, but these homeowners are drawing the benefits

17/04 Our apartment block’s garden is a mess. What can we do?

There are bins from previous tenants, a sofa, random kids’ toys and someone’s shed

16/04 We can hear the neighbours’ TV. How can we go about soundproofing?

We live in a semidetached house that is unsuitable for external wall pumping

10/04 We’re over 70 and can’t get a loan to improve our new home. What can we do?

Property Clinic: Despite having more than enough capital security to offer, none of the mainstream banks will lend to us

09/04 Can I claim my management service charge as an expense against my rental income?

I have a rental property with 10 other landlords and we each pay about €2,400 in an annual management fees

03/04 Is my neighbour liable for damage to my property caused by their renovation works?

At no stage has any offer been made by the owner or the contractor to foot the expenses I have already incurred

02/04 How do I go about renting out my house now that I live in a nursing home?

I need some income from the house - but I am nervous and ignorant about how to go about letting it out

27/03 I’m sale-agreed on an apartment but there are issues with management. Should I go ahead with the purchase?

I was told the block needs repair but the owners’ management company doesn’t have the money

26/03 Can my local authority order me to sell land I’ve just inherited?

Is there a timeframe that one can own a property before there’s a compulsory purchase order?

19/03 What can I do about a serious condensation problem in my home?

There is condensation on the side wall of my 1970s end-of-terrace house

12/03 I’m concerned that our apartment block is underinsured. What can I do?

Property Clinic: Should we seek to have our building insured at a higher rebuild figure?

11/03 I want my niece to live with me and to own my home when I die. Will she be liable for tax?

Property Clinic: Would my relative be liable for inheritance tax if she is already living in my house?

06/03 I’m worried my neighbour’s extension will flood my property

My neighbour refuses to share any plans and has not applied for planning permission

01/03 Are electric radiators more energy-efficient than heat-pumps?

Would they be suitable for a house as opposed to a smaller apartment?

27/02 Would listing apartment numbers of non-fee-paying residents comply with GDPR?

Listing the apartment numbers of non-fee-paying residents in multi-unit developments could fall foul of GDPR

23/02 How can I help my daughter buy a house without her having to pay tax?

I would like to sell my small flat to help my daughter buy a house near where I live

20/02 My landlord is not acting on a ruling from the Residential Tenancies Board. What can I do?

I am facing eviction for highlighting issues with the apartment complex

14/02 My neighbour has cut down my trees. What can I do?

I believe my neighbour has cut down six trees on my property, as well as hacking back others

13/02 Do I need to remove wallpaper before carrying out insulation work?

Property Clinic: I have recently purchased a 1970s-built house which requires extensive refurbishment

06/02 Will planning rules allow me to build an off-grid cabin for more sustainable holidays?

I would happily forego foreign holidays for good if I could have something here

31/01 Why doesn’t remediation scheme for building defects apply to apartments built before 1991?

Many may have to pay large sums to make their buildings fire-safety compliant

30/01 We didn’t seek planning permission for high walls. Will this be an issue when selling?

Should I try to get retention permission now before we put our house on the market?

24/01 Could I extend my garage below ground to create a separate dwelling?

I cannot (and would not) add an extra floor to the garage as it would block my neighbour’s light

23/01 Can management company ban my mother from accessing the car park?

The agent has been terrorising her, asking that she pay outstanding service charges of €13,000

16/01 What can we do about our neighbour’s security camera being directed at our property?

Property Clinic: He routinely uses part of our yard to turn his vehicle

06/12 Do we have the right to name and shame owners who don’t pay management fees?

Our owners’ management company quotes GDPR as the reason non-paying owners cannot be named

28/11 Why do we have to provide proof of funds when bidding on a home?

Property Clinic: Our broker suggested blanking out the figures on our approval in principle letter

22/11 Can I add insulation to outside walls of my old stone cottage?

Property Clinic: I’m worried that I will end up trapping the damp if I try to make my home warmer

21/11 My landlord won’t carry out repairs on my home. Can I stop paying my rent?

Property Clinic: How long is reasonable for me to wait for maintenance to be carried out?

15/11 Can the owners’ management company of my apartment building be held to account by a third party?

Property Clinic: Renters reluctant to raise issues with landlords over fear of potentially jeopardising tenancies

14/11 How much tax do I have to pay on rental income every month?

Property Clinic: Tax payable on rental income depends on the amount of income and the expenses that can be deducted

10/11 Our management company refuses to engage on a freehold option for owners. What can we do?

‘They insist houses will always remain as part of the management company, even when all fees have been paid’

10/11 Is my neighbour allowed to have surface water from his garden routed into mine?

Property Clinic: I found that the drainage channel is open under my hedging

31/10 Why is ventilation of new-builds not adequately covered by regulations?

Property Clinic: ‘A-rated new-builds cannot work as a genuine A-rated house because the windows cannot be kept closed’

25/10 What can we do about service station spotlights pointing directly at our home?

‘The lamps are quite powerful and shine through our curtains which is particularly problematic at night’

24/10 It appears the term ‘unauthorised development’ doesn’t exist for some landlords

We found conditions for a minor development too cumbersome to proceed while others seem to ignore regulations altogether

18/10 My tenants are paying me a low rent and letting out a room themselves. What can I do?

Property Clinic: My tenants aren’t paying me enough for the three-bedroom house they’ve been living in for the past 12 years

18/10 My tenants are paying me a low rent and letting out a room themselves. What can I do?

Property Clinic: My tenants aren’t paying me enough for the three-bedroom house they’ve been living in for the past 12 years

17/10 We would like to downsize but are afraid we won’t be able to find a new home. What should we do?

Property Clinic: Should we put our home on the market before we find a new property?

11/10 We’re being dazzled by the lights on the holiday home next to us. What can we do?

Property Clinic: Several houses are affected, as well as caravans and campers and local wildlife

10/10 We want to upgrade the insulation on our 1970s home. What is the best way to do this?

Property Clinic: We have conflicting opinions about moisture and aren’t sure what is true and what is not

03/10 The approved housing body in our building won’t pay for the damage done by their tenants. What can we do?

Property Clinic: Higher percentage of our apartment block’s budget is used to repair AHB part of estate

27/09 What type of insulation will tackle my home’s mould problem?

Property Clinic: If I opt for external insulation, I’m concerned it might not fully insulate the wall head

25/09 My mum’s new apartment doesn’t have infrastructure to connect to broadband. What can we do?

Property Clinic: Is there any government regulation or law that broadband should be available in a property?

20/09 Am I liable if an abandoned telephone pole in my front garden falls and hurts someone?

Property Clinic: The telephone pole on my property has been marked as ‘dangerous’ for more than 20 years

19/09 Why can’t I claim tax relief on my student-flat investment?

Property Clinic: We tried to claim section 50 relief but were told it did not exist

13/09 Should I get a surveyor’s report before my adjoining neighbour begins renovation work?

Property Clinic: Next door is being sold and will in all likelihood be renovated and extended

12/09 Can I force the council to prune back a tree to stop it dirtying my car?

Property Clinic: In the spring a sticky substance falls from the branches, making my car very dirty

06/09 The holiday home we want to buy has defective title. What can we do?

Property Clinic: We’re concerned that part of the road near the house we want to buy isn’t under the control of the management company

05/09 Am I being charged too much for the fire-safety upgrade works in my apartment building?

Property Clinic: The units in my development were built decades apart but are being made liable for the cost of remediation in equal measure

31/08 Are there regulations stopping me from keeping bins in the front garden?

Property Clinic: Do I need to have a storage shed for wheelie bins?

29/08 Nuisance neighbour: What can I do about noisy dogs, blocking of path and aggressive behaviour?

Property Clinic: Do we have a right to clear vegetation to restore proper access to the footpath?

22/08 Is spray foam the best way to insulate our attic?

Property Clinic: What are the pros and cons of this method compared with other solutions?

26/07 Number of new residential addresses added in last year falls by more than one-fifth

National residential vacancy rate dropped in June to 3.9% from 4.2% a year earlier as vacant or derelict properties return to use

24/07 Four for €325,000 and under: homes in Kerry, Louth, Laois and Dublin

Turnkey homes at keener prices around the country

19/07 Moisture is forming between the layers of my double-glazed windows. What should I do?

Property Clinic: How can I test my remaining windows to see if they are working properly?

18/07 How do I claim the €500 rent relief that I’m entitled to?

Property Clinic: I’m a PAYE worker and have no idea how the tax system works

12/07 I’ve been sale agreed on two houses that have fallen through. How can I avoid this happening again?

Property Clinic: Suitable properties are attracting builders and small developers who see it as a site to fit more homes on

11/07 I’m sick of construction noise in my area. Is there anything that can be done?

Property Clinic: These works are really affecting my quality of life in what is otherwise a great area

05/07 Can we get a mortgage on a house that has lain unfinished since 2008?

Property Clinic: Will banks or buildings societies lend for a home that is only 70% complete?

04/07 Can I put a bike or bin storage unit at the front of my house?

Property Clinic: Does the apparent planning prohibition on storage units only apply to protected structures?

28/06 I’m thinking of threatening to report my landlord to stop him raising my rent. Is this wise?

Property Clinic: Could the promise of reporting potential breaches in the standard of my accommodation be used as a ‘bargaining chip’ to keep my rent down?

27/06 My neighbour’s garden wall looks like it’s about to collapse. What should I do?

Property Clinic: I’m afraid that someone could be hurt if the wall falls on to the public path

21/06 Developers who own most units in our apartment scheme are ignoring our issues. What can we do?

Property Clinic: They have treated their fellow owners’ management company members as an inconvenience

14/06 The leak from our neighbour’s roof is seeping into our home. Whose advice should we seek?

Property Clinic: Do we need to call a building surveyor or a civil engineer, or both?

13/06 The owners of the derelict apartment next to us won’t pay their management fees. What can we do?

Property Clinic: Is there a limit on how far we can go back when collecting arrears?

08/06 What can we do about overgrowth from gardens encroaching on a public walkway?

Property Clinic: We are tired of cleaning up the leaves and vines that passersby pull off

07/06 I’m worried about the resale value of my apartment if I set the rent too low

Property Clinic: Do I still have to register with the RTB if I rent to a family friend?

03/06 Scrambling to save for, and buy, that first home: a how-to guide

The deposit, mortgage and finding a home — three hurdles proving difficult to overcome for increasingly older first-time buyers

31/05 The head tenant of our apartment is trying to evict us. What can we do?

Property Clinic: What rights do we have in the absence of any formal agreements for our rental home?

30/05 Do we need to rewire our old house before fitting solar panels?

Property Clinic: The cost of bringing our home’s electrics up to date is preventing us from doing our bit to save the planet

24/05 Are solar panels a good investment if we’re going to move house in the coming years?

Property Clinic: Is improved energy efficiency reflected in the sale price of a property?

23/05 Can I patch up my leaking roof or does it need to be replaced?

Property Clinic: Is it possible to use a sealant to deal with the cracks in the felt on my 43-year-old bungalow?

17/05 What should we be aware of when purchasing a house privately?

Property Clinic: How can we make sure both parties are happy without using an estate agent?

10/05 How can I find out how energy efficient my home is?

Property Clinic: What is involved in getting a Ber certificate and how much does it cost?

09/05 Can more than one tenant in a houseshare receive HAP?

Property Clinic: How does the Housing Assistance Payment scheme work when you are sharing a home?