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Tax Increment Financing: An opportunity for the UK?
Posted on: 29 February 2012
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The report critically examines the TIF models that are operational in the US to identify lessons that can be learned prior to possible adoption in the UK.
Challenging the government on sustainability: incentivising through tax
Posted on: 23 February 2012
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As much as 20% of total UK commercial stock could become unlettable in 2018 if the necessary action is not taken to improve the sustainability of existing stock. A report from GVA outlines four specific ways in which the tax system could help to produce a much more energy efficient building stock and help stimulate the economy: Incentivise through Stamp Duty Land Tax; Incentivise through the business rates system; Introduce rating exemptions for plant and machinery; Change the way capital allowances are calculated.
A new world of cities: Redefining the real estate investment map
Posted on: 22 February 2012
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This note from Jones Lang Lasalle provides a summary of ongoing research into the new geography of commercial real estate. It highlights the continued dominance of the established cities and real estate markets, but also offers compelling evidence of the rising importance and influence of emerging markets and middle-weight cities.
The future of performance management post HRA reform
Posted on: 17 February 2012
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Following the abolition of the subsidy system this April, there will be a complete shift in the accountability of financial decisions from central government to local authorities. Being able to demonstrate excellent performance will be key for local authorities and Arms Length Management Organisations (ALMOs) as the new self financing system has the potential to link poor performance to the quality of tenants’ homes and expose poor decision making. This briefing outlines the processes that local authorities and ALMOs should have in place linking accurate forward looking performance data to key business planning decisions. It marks a renaissance in performance measures, as they become a highly valued source of accurate information that will help local authority and ALMO business plans remain solvent.
The Housing Revenue Account Self-financing Determinations
Posted on: 2 February 2012
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This document lists the final five determinations, which were decided after evaluating the responses to a housing revenue account self-financing determinations consultation.
Does size matter – or does culture drive value for money?
Posted on: 2 February 2012
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This research, published by the Chartered Institute of Housing, considers how well equipped the housing association sector is to respond to fundamental changes to the economic climate, increased regulatory emphasis on governance, viability and value for money and new funding models for investment in affordable housing, which are likely to have a profound impact on the operating environment for housing associations in England.
Does size matter – or does culture drive value for money?
Posted on: 2 February 2012
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This research, published by the Chartered Institute of Housing, considers how well equipped the housing association sector is to respond to fundamental changes to the economic climate, increased regulatory emphasis on governance, viability and value for money and new funding models for investment in affordable housing, which are likely to have a profound impact on the operating environment for housing associations in England.
Devolving local major transport schemes
Posted on: 1 February 2012
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The Government has produced this consultation document on a new system of prioritising and funding for local major transport schemes. A new system, once in place, will enable construction to begin after the end of the current Spending Review period – 2014/15.
Reflecting uncertainty in valuations for investment purposes
Posted on: 16 December 2011
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A new RICS guide on reflecting uncertainty in valuations for investment purposes has been prepared for the benefit of valuers and other users of valuations. The guide provides a general understanding of the concept of uncertainty and the methods by which uncertainty, in valuations for investment purposes, may be identified and communicated with clarity. It is not intended to provide training in valuation techniques but rather to give valuation surveyors, and other users of valuations, a general understanding of the matters that need to be taken into account. There are two guides, one covering the UK and the other is global.
Housing finance: the countdown to self-financing. London, 14 December 2011
Posted on: 15 December 2011
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Self-financing for council housing from April 2012 will provide a significant opportunity for councils in the way they manage and improve housing stock and invest in new homes. This conference aims to provide councilors with the knowledge they need. Presentations are available online.
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