freeholder

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Most private apartments in England are sold as long-term leases, with the owner known as the “leaseholder,” and the buildings themselves are owned by a “freeholder,” often an investment group.

From New York Times

The first she heard about the fraud was when the freeholder contacted her to say someone had tried to sell the flat.

From BBC

In this situation, the leaseholder pays ground rent to the freeholder.

From BBC

Islington Gates's management has been contacted for comment and to seek the view of the freeholder on whose behalf management looks after the site.

From BBC

The cladding on Steve's block is getting reviewed, but he says the freeholder has already started taking money from residents to cover costs - £2,400 per flat.

From BBC