Questions, Links and Further Reading

  • How much will it cost?
    - Details are here.
  • What about just buying the freehold now?
    - This is expensive and we should wait as the law is changing here.
  • Are we going to dump Mainstay?
    - Our plan is to gain control of Aston Court. We will still need people to help. Mainstay could be a player if we so choose.
  • What are the risks?
    - The principle risk is that our community is unable to run the RTM company. We have a wide range of professional people here, and several who have experience of running RTMs. We believe the risk is low.
  • What if everyone doesn't buy in?
    - If <50% support the RTM we will not proceed - no expense will be incurred. If >50% of us vote in favour we move forward.
    There is nothing adverse which will happen to those who do not vote to join.
  • What if expense is worrying?
    - Our first costs to claim our Right To Manage are modest and shared. There is no obligation to fund the RTM, we just hope that most will share.
    Later options are more expensive and uncertain so we should wait and see.
  • Who will run the RTM?
    - We do! We elect the directors, and change them when needed.
  • How will disputes be settled?
    - We acticipate that our new agent will manage a proper process of mediation and arbitration - under our supervision.
  • Can we change the RTM management?
    - Yes. Any member can stand as a director. All members vote.
  • How do we manage succession as and when the original directors stand down?
    - We would add new directors on a rolling basis so that they can gain experience on the job. We would use the online courses from the Govt. to enhance skills and so maintain a good level/mix of learning, competence, and experience.













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