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Ground rent is a regular payment made by the owner of a leasehold property to the freeholder. The increase represents the periodic adjustment to this payment as specified in the lease agreement.
The calculator uses the simple formula:
Where:
Explanation: The calculation applies the percentage increase to the current rent amount to determine the new payment.
Details: Understanding future ground rent payments helps leaseholders budget for property expenses and assess the long-term affordability of their leasehold property.
Tips: Enter the current ground rent amount and the percentage increase rate. Both values must be valid (rent > 0, rate ≥ 0).
Q1: How often does ground rent typically increase?
A: This varies by lease, but common periods are every 10, 25, or 33 years. Check your lease agreement for specifics.
Q2: Is there a limit to ground rent increases?
A: For newer leases (after June 2022), ground rent cannot increase beyond the original amount. Older leases may have different terms.
Q3: What if my lease has stepped increases?
A: This calculator assumes percentage increases. For fixed-amount stepped increases, you'll need to calculate each step separately.
Q4: Can ground rent be negotiated?
A: Ground rent terms are fixed in the lease, but you may be able to negotiate a lease extension or purchase the freehold to eliminate ground rent.
Q5: How does ground rent affect property value?
A: Excessive ground rent or short leases can negatively impact property value and mortgageability.