Should I stay or should I go?

Anna1965

Thank you, I will.

Should I then email the LL asking for details of what scheme he used? I know I'm asking obvious questions, but I'm worried about saying the wrong thing at the wrong time. Goodness sake I'm 53 years old and I feel like a child incapable of making a decision! :undecided

sammyjammy

Oh dear the plot thickens, accidental landlord per chance?

Anna1965

They were originally unable to sell the house so rented it out instead. They used a friend to put together the rental agreement. I guess we both relied on each other's good will, but it's become a bit sticky now. We were both new to the whole rental market so both sides have been on a steep learning curve in the last few months.

Anna1965

Comms, I've had a text from the LL asking which G&E supplier I use. He said they need it for the solicitor's letter. That was all that was said. Do you know why they would ask that please?

G_M

Anna1965 wrote: »

Thank you, I will.

Should I then email the LL asking for details of what scheme he used? :undecided

No - not at this point. But check for yourself whether/where the deposit is protected. If it is not you are in a strong position as
1) he cannot serve a valid S21 to evict and
2) you can claim a penalty (any time in the next 6 years)

See

* Deposits: payment, protection and return

Knowlege is power. When/whether you choose to use it is different.

I've had a text from the LL asking which G&E supplier I use. He said they need it for the solicitor's letter. That was all that was said. Do you know why they would ask that please?

He is selling the property. This is a standard question the buyer will ask, so the seller needs to answer.No need to be obstructive on this - simply reply briefly and politely with the information and nothing more.

Anna1965

Super! You're a star. Thank you so much.

fairy_lights

Oh boy - I'm going to assume your landlord didnt bother with a gas safety check either?

Anna1965

Yes Fairy Lights, he did that ��

diggingdude

Anna1965 I would keep coming back for advice if I were you, it sounds like you may have a numpty landlord

sam_r2d2

Keep coming back for advice! You are in a much stronger position than I think you realise and you have lots to be confident about

I do get the idea feeling that the landlord is going to get desperate - I know you have a lot going on/to deal with bit consider changing the locks if you haven't already and don't be afraid to call police if any threats get made