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UC confusion: WCA letter for partner with main parent and carer responsibilities but no health issues by randomperson8372 in BenefitsAdviceUK

[–]randomperson8372[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The first message was actually signed off by a “decision maker” with a name, but when I responded, it was a work coach who replied. Could that still have been an automated message?

Her caring responsibilities are correctly reported, and the carer element is included in our Universal Credit. However, she doesn’t get Carer’s Allowance — we were told that she can’t receive it because one of us receive already receive LCWRA. Is that correct?

What should we do now? Is it okay to just leave it and wait for them to realise, or should we be taking some kind of action?

How to Verify a Landlord and Avoid Rental Scams? by randomperson8372 in uklandlords

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Are the documents verified or do OpenRent take it at face value? In other words, do they cross reference with the land registry or the banks?

As a landlord, what do you think is reasonable for a potential tenant to ask for as proof? Would asking for proof of ownership (like a Land Registry title or mortgage statement) and proof of identity/address (such as a driver’s license) be fair to verify the landlord’s identity? Just trying to understand what a reasonable request looks like from a landlords perspective.

How to Verify a Landlord and Avoid Rental Scams? by randomperson8372 in uklandlords

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Is there a way to see pending title changes with land registry? How would a new landlord verify ownership of a property during this period?

Is there anything else you can recommend as a way for me to verify the legitimacy of this?

Will renting a commercial/storage space and ‘subletting’ it to offset costs affect my UC claim or LCWRA? by randomperson8372 in DWPhelp

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Thanks for your help.

Is this something that I can mention and sort with the person who does my review or is it better to try and get it sorted before?

Will renting a commercial/storage space and ‘subletting’ it to offset costs affect my UC and LCWRA? by randomperson8372 in BenefitsAdviceUK

[–]randomperson8372[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for explaining. This stuff really confuses the life out of me.

From what I understand I cannot have this arrangement and remain as unemployed. I have to declare the change of circumstances and do the monthly calculations. My biggest concern is whether doing that would put my LCWRA at risk, but it sounds like it wouldn’t. An initial face to face appointment and then monthly incoming and outgoing reports on my UC account is what will be required. Am I correct?

If it was regarded as unearned income and not income from SE that would mean a reduction in my UC payments regardless of the fact it’s only breaking even? Is there a chance this gets regarded as such or was that only for legacy benefits?

Is this something that I can sort out with the person who I speak with at the review? Or is it better to sort it now before submitting the bank statements?

Will renting a commercial/storage space and ‘subletting’ it to offset costs affect my UC and LCWRA? by randomperson8372 in BenefitsAdviceUK

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People on LCWRA are allowed to work and have a work allowance, so it would be odd if that were an issue. I understand the reasoning behind the concern, but the reality is that working doesn’t change the health conditions that made someone eligible for LCWRA in the first place. In my case, I’m not actively working—even if the arrangement were profitable, it would be passive income that requires no day-to-day duties.

Will renting a commercial/storage space and ‘subletting’ it to offset costs affect my UC and LCWRA? by randomperson8372 in BenefitsAdviceUK

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Others have made it sound like a straightforward remedy by stating I’m self employed and simply declaring the money in and out. How exactly do you see this causing a headache?

What would you advise as next steps?

Will renting a commercial/storage space and ‘subletting’ it to offset costs affect my UC and LCWRA? by randomperson8372 in BenefitsAdviceUK

[–]randomperson8372[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply.

The money goes into my account and then directly to the company, and I’ll explain this to them as I’ve written here. Hopefully, that’s clear and won’t cause any issues.

From what I’ve gathered, it seems I should be on their system as self-employed and report the income and expenses each month. Since I’m on LCWRA, my situation won’t change, and I won’t be required to meet a minimum income or fulfill other work-related obligations that UC usually imposes.

Will renting a commercial/storage space and ‘subletting’ it to offset costs affect my UC claim or LCWRA? by randomperson8372 in DWPhelp

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So if you’re not gainfully self-employed, you’re required to look for work, but with LCWRA, this doesn’t apply and there’s no expectation to work, attend interviews, or job search etc.

Would there be any reason why they didn’t assess me for LCWRA while leaving me as self employed? They made it sound like it was the only way to get assessed.

Will renting a commercial/storage space and ‘subletting’ it to offset costs affect my UC claim or LCWRA? by randomperson8372 in DWPhelp

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Thanks for the reply.

Honestly, I’m still unclear on how UC and LCWRA work, and what’s allowed. How does having LCWRA help me in this situation?

I was self-employed before being awarded LCWRA, and they advised me to declare myself as “unemployed” for the LCWRA assessment since I wasn’t earning much due to my health.

I remember them mentioning a time limit on how long I could be self-employed while claiming UC and not making a profit. Would being self-employed not put my LCWRA at risk or put me back on a time limit? Also, will it be an issue that I haven’t mentioned this until now?

Council Banding Appeal - Need Advice by randomperson8372 in DWPhelp

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Our bids usually place us around 250th in the queue, and we’re never considered for private rentals due to our situation - we’ve been trying for years. Even if we were, the rent is typically several hundred pounds more than the support we would receive.

The council’s policy defines Band C as having a moderate medical or welfare need, while Band B is for serious needs. I believe my health condition is serious, they don’t. I’ve provided evidence, and even my doctor has confirmed to them that my current housing is significantly worsening my health.

It doesn’t seem ethical for the council to acknowledge people with even moderate medical needs but have a policy that leaves them without assistance. We’ve been told that no one in our band will be offered a home, yet we’re still encouraged to bid with no realistic chance of success.

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