Dealing with Problem Tenants and Evictions (info for landlords)
Note - if you are not a member of Landlord-Law please
click here.
Note that landlords will also find the information on notices and possession claims in the
Tenants section very helpful.
Harassment:
Tessa's Ten Top Tips for Landlords on avoiding harassment claims - points to follow to avoid harassment claims.
FAQ on harrassment and unlawful eviction.
Horror Story!! - don't let this happen to you!
Evicting Tenants:
Tessa's Ten Top Tips for Landlords on eviction - guidence to keep you within the law.
Possession Proceedings - information for members. This is a very useful page as it looks at the three stages of repossession (notice, court action and bailiffs) and our repossession service but with links to much of our 'members only' content (such as articles and FAQ) - read this first if you are considering bringing proceedings for possession.
Some FAQ on eviction.
Explanatory notes on our service - these notes give further information about possession proceedings and describe our service. If you are considering using us to act for you in possession proceedings you must read these notes.
Rent Arrears Protocol (it will open in a new window) - from 2 October 2006 this protocol will apply to all claim for possession based on rent arrears where the claimant is a social landlord (for example a local authority or housing association). However it will not apply to claim for possession brought by private landlords.
(check out also the recent articles)
Advice for Landlords on Possession Notices
Tessa describes the different notices and when they should be used
Which Possession Proceedings?
Advice for Landlords on which type of possession procedure is the right one for them
Eviction proceedings and tenants rights
Looking at the rights tenants can claim.
Abandonment of Properties - guidance for landlords
It is always a problem for landlords when tenants abandon properties - when can the landlord go in and change the locks? This article will help you avoid a claim for unlawful eviction.
Harassment - advice for tenants
Although this article is written for tenants, the information in it will also be useful for landlords
Diary Sheets
Use these diary sheets to record events - can be used in court. Instructions for use are on the third page.
Dealing with Squatters
Tessa gives advice on what to do if you have squatters on your property
Mediation - an alternative to litigation
Solicitor and qualified mediator Martin Plowman explains the benefits of mediation
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