Hi Tomtubby Could you please look at my thread as Ive only got till 5.12.08. I just want to know 1,as this is the second visit are the charges incorrect (as far as I can see they are) 2,Since the bailiff hasnt used his registered name on the siezure notice , is the siezure notice and subsequent letter invalid? 3, is my best course of action to inform them of thier mistake and not pay or pay and take it up with council retrospectively? Thanks for the advice in advance !! Fwog Ps Ive posted the extra information on post 20#

Could do with TT's help on this one. Hope shes visiting soon. Date on letter is for the 5th of December Could do with putting the brakes on asap Please post TT Fwog

Hi Chris The guy at the registrations office was sure theres only guy working for BS with this surname. That means hes either not registered or hes using an alias thats not recognised by the court(I think). Am I right in making this statement? If so, the letter BS sent me is a complete load of twiddle-twaddle? Any input would be appreciated. Fwog

You can see my point;) If they want it by the book,so do I. Its only fair. Might be worth giving them the money and then maknig a retrospective claim? Or is that a bit naughty (giggles evilly):grin::grin::grin:

Hi scatz Im trying to do this without IDing the guy. Ive checked on the register and cross ref'd his name against the people the guy works for. It threw up one surname. The Christian name on the register is completely different from the one on the seizure notice, surnames the same. So, does it mean the siezure notice still stands even though the registered name differs from the one on the notice from BS

Flame away! I love a good debate:D Ps thanks for all the advise, would like a little clarification on the bailiffs not using his registered name on the seizure notice... Any four pennuth worth out there who knows please post. As if I can get his fees overturned, it would save me a hundred quid... and Im sure you would like my landlord to have it rather than a bailiff:-D:-D Thanks again... Will be donating! Fwog

Read that post and the poster after it disagreed for some reason. I dont think I will get away with the 4% charge, they aim to bleed me dry and are doing a good job of it:rolleyes: One thing tho, the bailiff is registered ,I think, as he hasnt used his registered name on the siezure notice. I wont go into the details ,but the only bailiff registered for BS has the same last name,but not the christian name? Does this mean the siezure notice is invalid as the detials registered with the court service arnt the ones given by said bailiff on siezure notice? If Im right, where does this stand as to charges and siezure notice? Fwog PS Just to clarify.. They've been once already So this is visit number two... Do the charges in post#20 look right to you ? Ive been told there should be an £18 charge for a second visit? Just want to get it all correct before I give the money to them

Hi Scatz They charge 4% on card payments over tinternet . The only other options are cheque (they get ur details) or postal order which will be about the same as card payment charge Thanks for the response! Fwog

Hi scatz No and no The 2002-03 is still with the council, all I need now is for them to hand it to BS just before christmas:mad: Im going to contact them and arrange a payment plan asap. Didnt offer bailiff a paymant plan,Ive decided theyre too difficult to deal with and it will just be an option for them to rack-up charges. If the council took it back debt and allowed a payment plan, then I would do it. But Ive not got that luxury anymore:| Fwog

Thanks for all the replies...:grin: Looks like im going to bite the bullet and pay it all up-front. Just a question, what difference would it make if the bailiff wasn't certificated? Surely they wouldn't send out a letter advertising goods without properly recognised person auditing the items?? Also, would I be able to pay the council through their website? BS want a 4% handling charge for thier site (slowly cries into keyboard) Fwog

Well just got another letter from BS (great abbreviation) They're advertising the car and have given me till 5.12.08 to pay in full. Dont they know there's a recession on? any advise will be appreciated. Otherwise, it looks like the kids will have to wait till Easter for their presents Thanks

OK So the best course of action will be to cough up the full amount even though they've visited once already and charged £24.50. I thought they could only charge £18 for the second visit? As long as you think all the charges are valid, I've no option but to pay them. Could have done with a bit of leverage tho. Wouldn't they take instalments? Fwog Excuse any typos, ive got pork-pie in my keyboard

Hi Chris Its all in post #20 The figures , the item hes levied,if there is any more info you need can you pm or post it here.? Cheers Fwog

Hi TT Again , thanks for the reply:) Notice of seizure council....................................507.50 attendance to levy fee................24.50 levy fee....................................42.00 redemption of goods fee..............24.50 Total......................................598.50 Hes noted a car on the drive,but as I've said, its blocked in with another car that's not registered to me. This is dated 14/11/08 As Ive said, do have the money, but if I pay online where will it go? Do I just have to quote the reference theyve given and press send? or do I have to arrange something with the council first. Can I pay it in chunks? ie £150 a month or all in one go? (its that time of year:rolleyes:) So many questions... Cheers Fwog

Hi Chris, Many thanks for the reply. Was getting worried there for a bit. I do have a car outside, but its blocked in with a van that's not registered to me, ergo, it cant be moved.(I think) I really appreciate the insight the site has given to the bailiff industry. I had no idea of their powers or what to expect before coming here. My problem has been understood and targeted answers given (not generic replies) Many thanks again Fwog

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Errr...... Would that mean there wouldn't be any need for this site? Fwog

Hi All, Sorry for bumping this within a day but its Monday tomorrow and Im a bit worried as to what will happen. Would my best course of action be to pay the council direct? I've discussed this with said council, but they've said its with the bailiffs and there's nothing they will do. The bailiff has been twice, the 5 day for seizure of goods has passed, no sign of them except the reply (or rebuff) to the letter. Can they only visit twice? Or as they've issued a seizure notice , can they come at anytime and swipe goods? Im in contact with the council, but theyre less than helpful. Thanks again for looking. Fwog

Hi all, Well here the update on this.. Sent a letter template asking for an explanation of charges...no reply Sent a letter revoking access a few days later (after telling them on phone) Their reply..... We acknowledge recipt of your letter and its contents duly noted. We advise it cannot be deemed as trespass when enforcing a Liability Order obtained from 'The Justice Centre' on 21.02.05 fro non payment of Government Tax (like the capitals) We must advise that action will continue, We trust this clarifies our position in the matter. Bristow and Suitor So where do i go from here? They've over charged me on their second visit and not acknowledged the letter asking for clarification of their charges . The second letter they've fobbed off. What do you think i should do? Cheers Fwog

Lol:lol: As long as were still hitched next year, that pints on me (thats me and the mussus...not you:rolleyes:) Fwog

Hi Burp, you should be sainted mate:D I will send the letter to them. I had to get a loan for the amount to stop the wife filing for divorce. The lower I can get this the better. Thanks for the pointers, it really helps when you have a bit to give them back;) I will be donating to the site when this shambles is over and done. thanks again, Im really pleased! Fwog

Hi Burp Thanks for the reply. I was trying to get out of the 2002 debt cause as soon as I pay this one , I guarantee they will be back for the old debt. The DCA said the charges were correct as they had attended previously, hence the £24.50 attendance fee. I'm just concerned with the £42 levy fee and the attendance to levy fee. It seems a bit excessive to charge for the two on one visit. Can they charge for the two? Cheers Fwog

Hi, First post but read plenty. Im the subject of a 'seizure of goods' notice. Im willing to pay in full the £507 + £24.50 attendance to levy fee+ £42 levy fee +£24.50 ....£ 598.50 in total just to get rid of them ,the missus wasn't too pleased to say the least:-x Reading up on my rights I came across this............... "Bailiffs should avoid so far as is practicable avoid disclosing the purpose of their visit to anyone who is not the debtor. Relevant documents should be left in a sealed envelope addressed to her/him" Does this allow him to doorstep both of my neighbours asking for information? As the guy marched up thier drives just as I closed the door to him. I havent assertained exactly what was said-as its mightly embarrasing- but I get the jist of why he did it. What can I do ,if anything, to save some face? I've already revoked their right to access, so next time at least they could do me the honour of making an appointment. Also, I owe a debt from 2002-2003, I called the council to say it was over six years old and the said they would see me in court as I had notification within that time. Can I get them to revoke this debt as statute barred? Many thanks for looking Fwog