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When landlords take steps to recover possession, the court can issue several different types of order depending on the strength of the claim and the circumstances of the case. Each order affects how quickly the tenant must leave and what enforcement options the landlord can use. Understanding the differences helps landlords plan the tenant eviction […]

Evicting a tenant is rarely as straightforward as serving notice and waiting for possession. One of the most common – and disruptive – complications is a tenant raising a disrepair claim. Whether genuine or tactical, allegations about the condition of the property can delay proceedings, reduce rent arrears claims, or even invalidate the notice altogether. […]

Introduction: major changes to landlord eviction rights The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is set to bring some of the most significant changes to the private rented sector in decades. For landlords, the headline reform is the abolition of Section 21 notices – commonly known as “no-fault” evictions. While the changes formally take effect from May […]

We would always recommend having a written tenancy agreement in place, but a tenancy can still exist without one. Both the landlord and tenant retain rights and obligations even if nothing has been formally documented. Here is how eviction works when there is no written agreement to rely on. Is a tenancy valid without a […]