handling Dad's affairs, please can you give advice

[Soulgrowth]

It's post IVA Melanie ... the time from when my daughter vacated the premises (I can't believe this has been going on a for almost a year now!) until the 31st March this year as, of course, I am still liable for the lease. Hopefully we will be reaching a conclusion soon [:(]

Debbie

[FRANK.W]

MELANIE,
IF THE COUNCIL WHERE NOT AGREEABLE WHAT WOULD I DO CONTACT THE COURTS AND EXPLAIN THE CIRCUMSTANCES OF SERVICE. ALSO INFORMING OF THE WRONG AMOUNT ON THE DEMAND. WHAT WOULD HAPPEN THEN TO THE DEMAND?

[MelanieGiles]

I would go to your local CAB and explain the situation to them. CAB's maintain good relationships with local authorities and I am sure will have this sorted out for you in a jiffy.

[FRANK.W]

THANKS,
I WILL DO JUST THAT.

[chris.g]

good luck, xxxx

[Soulgrowth]

Frank ... keep in touch and let us know how you are getting on ... thinking of you ... and Dad of course.

Debbie

[Rainbow]

Melanie beat me to suggesting CAB they will help you sort this out and will also know about asking for a backdate of Council Tax Benefit. When the house first became empty he is entitled to 6 months at no Council tax payable providing all the furniture has been removed as you say and then I believe his Council Tax reduces to 50% but CAB will be able to help you with all of this - You will have to provide proof etc. Best of Luck and all good wishes to your dad too. Let us know how you get on and if you need any further help.

[FRANK.W]

THANKS MELANIE,RAINBOW, SOULGROWTH,CHRIS.G.FOR YOU COMMENTS. I HAVE JUST LOOKED AT THE DEMAND AND NOTE THE DATE IS NOT THE 7TH OF JANUARY BUT THE 7TH OF FEBRUARY SHALL I SET JUDGMENT A SIDE BEFORE THE 18 DAYS ARE UP?

[FRANK.W]

I HAVE BEEN IN TOUCH WITH THE CAB SOME WILL RING ME BACK TOMORROW WITH SOME ADVICE. I SPOKE TO THE COUNCIL TODAY APPARENTLY THE 50% FOR THE PROPERTY BEING EMPTY HAS NOW BEEN STOPPED. IF THE PROPERTY IS EMPTY YOU WILL STILL HAVE TO PAY THE FULL 100% COUNCIL TAX SURLY THIS CANT BE RIGHT.

[Soulgrowth]

I think my council tax bill for the empty shop premises is 25% of the yearly total.

Glad to see that you are getting some help Frank. How is Dad today?

Debbie

[FRANK.W]

THANKS DEBBIE, WE TAKE EVERY DAY AS IT COMES THERE ARE MORE BAD DAYS THAN GOOD.

[FRANK.W]

TO ALL,
I HAVE JUST FOUND OUT IF DAD IS AWAY FROM THE PROPERTY GETTING CARED FOR, BECAUSE HE IS SO ILL THERE SEENS TO BE NO COUNCIL TAX PAYABLE. I HAVE TO CHECK THIS ONE OUT. HAS ANY BODY HERED OF THIS BEFORE ?

[MelanieGiles]

Seems reasonable to me - are the CAB going to put this forward to the Council on behalf of your Dad?

[Soulgrowth]

Looks like there might be a little ray of brightness on the horizon [;)]

Debbie

[emma_t]

Hi Frank

I have just read through your post and wanted to wish you and your father well and hope you get this sorted soon, it is the last thing you need right now.
Good luck & keep us all updated
best wishes
Emma