Evicting a Tenant: A Step-by-Step Guide
Evicting a tenant is a multi-step process that includes serving a valid notice, applying for a court possession order, and, if necessary, enforcing the order with bailiffs or High Court enforcement officers. Landlords must follow the correct procedures based on the type of tenancy. Failing to do so can lead to claims of harassment or […]
How Eviction Support Can Help You Collect Unpaid Rent
As a landlord, one of the most frustrating challenges you can face is tenants failing to pay their rent on time and needing to collect unpaid rent. Whether it’s a case of neglect, a dispute, or tenants simply refusing to pay, the financial strain can quickly mount up. Fortunately, there’s a solution: Eviction Support’s professional […]
Understanding the Removal of an Excluded Occupier
As a property owner or landlord, you may encounter a situation where you need to remove someone from your property. If this individual is classified as an excluded occupier, the process for removal is quite different from the formal eviction process used for tenants. Whether you’re dealing with someone who is living on your property without […]
The Deposit Protection Scheme
The Deposit Protection Scheme is a mandatory requirement for landlords to make sure that tenants’ deposits are safe and sound during their tenancy. It’s like a safety net that ensures landlords handle these funds responsibly and transparently, which can help prevent any disagreements at the end of the tenancy. Tenants can rest easy knowing they’ll […]
Eviction Support Group Directors Heading to NRLA Landlord Conference 2024!
We’re thrilled to announce that the directors of the Eviction Support Group will be attending the NRLA Landlord Conference 2024! This event, taking place on Wednesday 6th November 2024 at NEC, Birmingham, promises to be an incredible opportunity for networking, learning, and sharing insights within the landlord community. The NRLA (National Residential Landlords Association) conference is […]
Gas Safety Certificate – What are the Landlords Obligations
Since 1998 and the introduction of Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations, Landlords are responsible for ensuring that all gas appliances in their rental properties are safe which is confirmed through a gas safety certificate. This includes arranging for a Gas Safety Certificate (GSC) to be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. Let’s look […]
The Renters Rights Bill – What it Means for Landlords
The lettings industry is about to undergo what is likely the biggest change in 30 years, and as a result, many landlords have questions. Although the details of the Bill have not been finalized, we can provide an overview of the reforms and how they might impact current landlords. On September 11, 2024, the Renters […]
Key Points for Landlords on the New Renters’ Rights Bill
What Landlords Need to Know About the Upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill Significant changes are on the way for the rental market with the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Bill, unveiled by the Labour Government on 11 September 2024. This pivotal legislation has just been officially presented and had its First Reading in the House of […]
Is Your Tenant Ignoring a Section 21 Notice?
If you’ve issued a Section 21 notice to your tenant and they refuse to vacate, you’ll need to apply to the court for a possession order to remove them. This process should be straightforward if everything has been done correctly. In most cases where tenants stay after receiving a Section 21 notice, it’s because they […]
Serving a Valid Section 21 Notice
The process of serving a Section 21 notice has become more complex following the enactment of the Deregulation Act 2015. This legislation introduced additional legal obligations, known as the prescribed requirements, which must be met to serve a valid Section 21 notice. These requirements apply to England, with different regulations for Wales. Despite these rules […]
