MRAssociates — Testimonials
We come highly recommended by the charities and not-for-profit organisations we work with, as well as other housing sector professionals
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Justin Rodway
General Manager, SiLS and Stepping Stones
I’m writing this having just experienced the most intransigent local authority in the country, finally accepting our […]
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Simon Dickason
Director of Maples Community Housing Limited
I wholeheartedly recommend MR Associates. Mark Rodgers and Julia Austin have a wealth of knowledge and experience in […]
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Fuad Mahamed
CEO of Ashley Community Housing
Mark Rodgers and Julia Austin's specialist knowledge and advice has saved us literally hundreds of thousands of pounds. […]
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Martin Ward
Author of the Shelter & CIH 'Guide to Housing Benefit'
I consider Mark Rodgers to be one of the leading housing benefit experts in the UK. I would recommend him to any organisation […]
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Dennis Spencer
Chairperson of Pye Green
I have been extremely impressed by the professionalism, knowledge and passion which Mark Rodgers and Julia Austin bring […]
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Paul Stagg
Barrister at 1 Chancery Lane
Mark Rodgers has an intensely practical approach to problems which can lead to successful, cost-saving resolutions of […]
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Rebecca Arrowsmith
Housing Manager at Golden Lane Housing (Established by Mencap)
We have had many successful outcomes as a result of Mark Rodgers and Julia Austin's hard work regarding very complex […]
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Paul Hayes
Head of Housing Litigation at Lewis Silkin
Mark Rodgers provided specialist training to about 20 of our solicitors in relation to the housing benefit scheme, and […]
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Kevin Gill
Director at Faith Hope and Enterprise
Mark Rodgers provides us with excellent housing benefit advice on a range of issues, which has enabled us to significantly […]
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Sally Holdway
Head of Innovation at Quality Solicitors
Mark Rodgers is not only an expert in his arena, but proof that professionalism in the legal services arena does indeed […]
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Michael Paget
Barrister at Cornerstone Barristers
Social Welfare law is unbelievably complex. Non-specialists venture into this area at their peril. The assistance given […]
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Claire Crewdson-Price
Manager of The Property Shop Supported Housing
I would recommend MR Associates to any Supported Housing Provider, large or small, as they are extremely informative, […]
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Sabina Raza
A private client
We approached Mark when we had got ourselves into a right mess with our housing benefit appeal. I really thought it […]
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Javier Lesta Candal
Director of Teen Challenge London
When it comes to supported housing issues, MR Associates are without question the UK’s leading consultants.
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Gavin White
Homes of Hope
Mark and Julia’s experience and in-depth knowledge of the supported accommodation sector has proved invaluable in achieving […]
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Frank Curran
Director of SP Solutions
Mark Rodgers is the go-to guy for housing benefit issues in relation to supported housing in the UK; he has an outstanding […]
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David Nettleship
Business Manager of Jericho Benedictine Society
Mark is committed and conscientious in his approach and ensures the best possible results for his clients.
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Peter McKenna
Director of North West Property Custodians
Mark Rodgers articulates and clarifies the housing benefit regulations in such a way that even I was able to see a clear […]
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Mary Miller
Manager of Dundee Women’s Aid
MR Associates are leaders in the field of maximising housing benefit income. Our rental income has risen by a substantial […]
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David Black
Chairperson of The Haven Kilmacolm
Mark’s in-depth understanding of the regulation of care services in Scotland has proved invaluable to us.
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Keith Stevenson
Mulberry Community Project
My thanks to you Mark for the help and support that you have given us regarding getting exempt accommodation.
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Brian Jackson
Chairperson of Hope Metro
Meeting Mark was, for our organisation, like a breath of fresh air. He understands the need of the client and tailors […]
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Barrie Stephenson
Chairperson, Restore (York)
I would highly recommend them to other charitable organisations providing housing for vulnerable people on low incomes.
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Robert Bragg
Director of Victory Outreach Mission
A most refreshing aspect of our dealings with Mark Rodgers is his genuine desire to help organisations like ours secure […]
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Michelle Rimmer & Gordon Barton
Partners Foundation
Mark is very precise and his depth of knowledge and expertise is second-to-none.
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Mushtaq Yousaf
Director of Rosshead Housing
I was impressed with the tangible and significant results he achieved and would thoroughly recommend him to other organisations.
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Joe Turner
Director of Christian Prison Ministries (Northern Ireland)
After I had been introduced to Mark I felt so relieved – I felt confident not only in his ability to secure the funding […]
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Erica Calenti
Assured Living Housing Association
Mark always acts in a professional manner and thoroughly understands the issues and challenges supported living currently […]
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Sandra Lanni
who employed Mark to represent her elderly parents at a tribunal hearing
It was refreshing and reassuring to work with someone so able and personable. I would not hesitate to recommend Mark.
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Billy Reid
Housing Manager of GGC Supported Housing
We found Mark to be extremely knowledgeable and indispensable in helping us to set up our first supported housing scheme.
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Maxie Richards
Chairperson of the Maxie Richards Foundation
Mark Rodgers' commitment to organisations providing supported housing to substance misusers is second to none. His knowledge […]
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Russell Atkinson
Chairperson of Osbaldeston Trust
He has a great in-depth knowledge of his subject and an enviable track record of success in representing vulnerable […]
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Gordon Cruden
Manager of TC Sunnybrae
Seldom do you find a consultancy firm that goes the extra mile to provide a service that meets deadlines, is highly […]
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Rev Alistair Sharp
Chairperson of Lighthouse Homes
As a result of Mark Rodgers' work we received a back-payment from the council in excess of £139,000. Our future now […]
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Siobhan Bullock
Former Managing Director of City Hearts
We continue to use Mark's expertise and we value his ongoing input. I would recommend his services for other charities […]