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Join the Tenancy Fraud Forum launch in Kent on June 19, 2017, led by Katrina Robinson MBE, Chair of the Tenancy Fraud Forum. Learn about subletting, false succession claims, and the impacts of fraud on affordable tenancies. Discover the costs, governance challenges, and social reasons to combat tenancy fraud. Don't miss the upcoming conference on October 26 for valuable insights and training opportunities.
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Tenancy Fraud Kent Forum Launch 19th June 2017 Katrina Robinson MBE – Optivo Chair of the Tenancy Fraud Forum
What is Tenancy Fraud? Subletting (even if to a family member) Abandonment False succession claims Misrepresentation Key selling Right to Buy/Acquire Shared ownership
The Cost of Fraud Building costs for development - £150k per property Temporary accommodation costs Affordable Tenancies Social impact issues Related criminal activities and benefit fraud Complaints Governance
Good for the Fraudster Tax free profits of up to £20,000 pa Free repairs and reinvestment Free gas servicing Little or no investigation into the fraud Little or no chance of being arrested or charged/convicted
Social Reasons to Tackle It Long wait for transfers/mutual exchange Lack of community Overcrowding creates disrepair Social landlords are not a high interest savings bank We can’t turn a blind eye to criminal offences in our properties Unlawful Profit Orders - £ can be used to better the lives of tenants
Issues for the Sector Conflicting priorities for Housing Officers Knowledge and skill Funding Not considered an issue in area Tenancy fraud seen to be acceptable Data protection Intention to Return
What is TFF? Established in April 2012 Over 800 individual members Membership is free Shared knowledge and joint working dramatically increases success rates.
Partnership Working Established Regional TFF Groups Housing Associations and local authorities Data sharing Expert speakers at regional meetings Training opportunities Document pro-formas
Conference Thursday, 26th October - £99! London Borough of Camden Contact us at: info@tenancyfraudforum.org.uk