In a grave situation

lynzpower

I have just found this article which I guess you have probably already seen

Its from 2002.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/1413829/Couple-sue-neighbour-from-hell-for-60000.html
Interestingly it says

Mr Griffin has two convictions for harassment against the Harpins, both of which have to be declared to any potential house buyers. Homeowners can claim damages for financial loss under the Protection from Harassment Act, 1997

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This nice middle class family must have a few quid?

Mind you if you cant fight then Im not sure what choice you have, have PMed you

MissMessy_2

princeofpounds wrote: »

You can probably pursue a few options in parallel. If it is truly as bad as you say, and that none of the local agents will market it for you, then you could try marketing it privately. Remember that on your SPIF you will have to disclose any disputes you have had with neighbours. That will make it difficult to sell.

You should also seriously consider auction or the various 'BMV' puchase operations, although I can't recommend a particular one. Personally, I would be tempted to go with auction. The required disclosure is lower than a normal sale I believe. However, whatever the result you are stuck with it if it's over your reserve price.

Allowing repossession is not going to be helpful. Unlike some other countries, you will not be allowed to walk away from any negative equity generated, so it is usually better to manage any sale yourself rather than get a bank to do so.

When you say the council will only give you a certain amount per month, have you thought about renting it out on a private basis to council-supported people (i.e. LHA).

It sounds like whatever route you choose, you are unlikely to walk away from this with much, if any equity.

Am very sad to hear your story and it makes me angry that such people can exist (I don't have perfect neighbours, though more inconsiderate than malicious, but I know how frustrating even that can be!). You might want to take a look at the neighbours from hell forum for advice and support. There probably are legal routes to sort this out, along the lines of ASBOs, but it might be a bit of a slog.

Thank you for your kind words. I have been a member of NFH forum for many years :-)) I agree with all your comments...

My thoughts are put it up for auction with reserve and at same time persue every part ex in the country and if by week 8 were no further forward then rent via an agent full management just to keep heas above water..

So then my questions are

1. Best Homebuy Co
2. Best auctioneers and what are the associated costs and processes
3. Best letting agent and average fees

lynzpower

In terms of your letting agent it truly will depend on where abouts you are in the UK (or where the property is )

I can recommend around London but that might not be any use to you so we will need a vague area x

bouche

Miss Messy,

Just wanted to say how sorry I am you find yourself in that situation. How awful.

But...

Don't give up.... Hound your LA, get them to buy it back or rent it out for you AND manage the tennants.

Meantime, Contact Environ Health, Police, Local Housing Officer, MP demand a meeting. Involve the local press maybe.

WHY?? WHY don't local authorities nip this antisocial behaviour in the bud once and for all, I do not know. They P U S S Y FOOT around these types that not only make other's lives a misery but now threaten the OP's investment.

Messy Situation indeed and sounds like you've had little support from the very people who could help you, who are PAID to help you.

Sadly, you may well have to have a nervous breakdown, kicking and screaming all the way through just to be heard. & Get your doctor to note this too. Do this family have a history or AS behaviour.

My thoughts are, very much, with you.

Keep us updated but...don;t give UP

Don't know what else to say but you've been ground down so much, try be strong and fight this.

princeofpounds

Letting agents are very regional, I'm afraid.

Allsops, Savills are two well-known auction firms, but there are several others.

As I said, I know nothing about homebuy firms.

MissMessy_2

Thank you for your support. You wuoldnt believe me if I told you we have tried every thing. this is a cruel world we live in where wrong people get away with things... I have had to accept that and my only choice now is to move on. i will speak to the council again but doubt they will budge. i also asked if they purcahse private properties for use by them but no... I have even asked the local church!!!!!


We live in Surrey

bouche wrote: »

Miss Messy,

Just wanted to say how sorry I am you find yourself in that situation. How awful.

But...

Don't give up.... Hound your LA, get them to buy it back or rent it out for you AND manage the tennants.

Meantime, Contact Environ Health, Police, Local Housing Officer, MP demand a meeting. Involve the local press maybe.

WHY?? WHY don't local authorities nip this antisocial behaviour in the but once and for all, I do not know. They !!!!!FOOT around these types that not only make other's lives a misery but now threaten the OP's investment.

Messy Situation indeed and sounds like you've had little support from the very people who could help you.

Sadly, you may well have to have a nervous breakdown, kicking and screaming all the way through just to be heard. & Get your doctor to note this too. Do this family have a history or AS behaviour.

My thoughts are, very much, with you.

Keep us updated but...don;t give UP

Don't know what else to say but you've been ground down so much, try be strong and fight this.

MissMessy_2

There are still agents happy to try and sell it but I am thinking timescale wise and who honestly will want to buy it after reading the history!!!!

Haart have said they do auctions and I think Countrywide?

MissMessy_2

lynz your inbox is full x

Hopejack

I also think auction is probably your best bet but as you can't afford to go down much on market value it's going to be difficult as you will have to set a reserve to cover your mortgage and your costs if you don't have any other money anywhere.

We managed to get a rental agent for 10% + VAT but that was a while back and to be honest they were totally useless - and that's being nice to them.

Agree that auctions/letting agents are very regional so you may need to just have a look at some locally. Be aware that some letting agents might not want to touch the property with the issues you've had so you may end up having to manage yourself. I know you don't want to do this and I can see why - it could be a potential timebomb if you let it and have to manage it/tenants/ex neighbour issues.

I too am sorry to hear about your situation. But on reflection I think I'd want the place sold - the one advantage of auction is a sale would be quick, buyer's funds etc have to all be in place and exchanged quickly. You say that you don't have much time...

RabbitMad

MissMessy wrote: »

...waiting for them to pop their cloggs (they wont move )

Why wait?

Just log on to www.allproblemssolved.winkwink and enter the details