Rent collection is an important part of what we do at Five Ways. Five Ways has to pay all of the rent tenants should pay to Lewisham at the end of each quarter.
If tenants don’t pay, monies that should be spent on repairs and maintenance have to be used to make up the shortfall.
How can I pay my rent?
There are several ways of paying your rent, and you can pay weekly, fortnightly or monthly. All payments must be accompanied by your tenancy reference (which is printed on your rent statements),and your name and address too, to safeguard against possible errors.
- The most convenient way to pay your rent is by standing order. Make payment to:
FIVE WAYS TMC
Sort code 08-90-29 Account number 67008854
- If you use online banking you can use the above details to set up online payments to us. Make sure that your tenancy code is given as the reference for your payments. Please put your surname/address, but please note that banks cut off any text beyond the first 16 letters, so be sure to put your tenancy code at the start.
If you are in receipt of housing benefit or Universal Credit, this may be paid directly to Five Ways. You will still be responsible for paying the water rates and any portion of the rent not covered by the benefit payments. If you have any changes of circumstances in housing benefit please make an on-line enquiry go to www.lewisham.gov.uk/makeanenquiry.com. If you need support, please make an appointment to use the computer in Five Ways committee room.
If you require further advice on housing and finances you can contact Citizens Advice on 0800 231 5453.
Any questions regarding your rent please contact the Five Ways office immediately.