Running a right to manage company
Getting help with the right to manage
If you take on the role of director of a right to manage company it’s important to get support, training and advice.
Where to get advice
The Leasehold Advisory Service can give free initial advice on leasehold, including the right to manage, Section 20 consultation, service charges and breaches of the lease.
Contact the Leasehold Advisory Service.
You can also get legal advice from a solicitor.
Training and staying up to date
We provide free interactive online courses for right to manage directors through Lease Learn.
The Property Institute (TPI) also has a range of courses, from introductory to advanced levels, including an introduction to residential property management. Fees vary depending on the type of course.
Some solicitors’ firms and barristers’ chambers provide legal updates, industry conferences and training on the legal aspects of leasehold property.
You can sign up to the government's building safety newsletter to get updates about building safety.
E-learning module: Being a director
Our e-learning course provides a comprehensive overview of what it takes to become a company director and the responsibilities that come with the role.
Emotional support
Being a right to manage director can be stressful and time consuming, and can affect you emotionally. It can be particularly difficult if you live in the block that you’re helping to manage.
You may have to deal with disagreements and disputes with other directors or leaseholders, or with contractors or managing agents. It can be difficult to manage personal relationships with neighbours while trying to make decisions that benefit the block as a whole.
There are things you can do to help:
- ask the other members and directors for help – discuss responsibilities and make sure the work is shared so that you’re not overloaded
- get help from your managing agent, and make sure they’re doing their role effectively – they are there to support the right to manage company
- speak to a solicitor if you need advice about legal issues
- think about ways to protect yourself and switch off, such as hobbies and spending time with family and friends
- find out about support with mental health on the NHS website if you need it
- Last updated:
- 16 December 2025
- Next review:
- 16 December 2027
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