Can a Landlord Change the Locks on a Commercial Property Without Notice?
Commercial landlords may sometimes be able to change the locks and recover possession of a property without first obtaining a court order through peaceable re-entry – but strict conditions apply. …
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Can a Tenant Claim Squatters’ Rights?
This post is aimed at landlords, letting agents and property managers – especially following the new Renters’ Rights Act that came into force…
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What Are the New Fees Under Taking Control of Goods?
On 1 May 2026, the fees enforcement agents can charge changed for the first time in over a decade. Fixed fees rose across…
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Can a Landlord Change the Locks on a Tenanted Residential Property?
If you’re a landlord dealing with a difficult tenant, rent arrears, a dispute or a notice that’s gone unanswered, changing the locks can…
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Tenant Not Paying Rent: What Landlords Can Do
Under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, landlords can still recover possession for rent arrears – but the process is longer, more evidence-dependent and…
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What Do Judges Consider in Discretionary Possession Cases?
Under discretionary grounds for possession, judges must decide two things – whether the landlord has proven the ground that applies and whether it…
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What Are the Mandatory Grounds for Possession Under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025?
This post is aimed at landlords, letting agents and property managers – especially following the new Renter–’s’ Rights Act that came into force on…
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What Happens After a Section 8 Notice?
This post is aimed at landlords, letting agents and property managers – especially following the new Renters’ Rights Act that came into force…
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Can a Tenant Appeal a Possession Order?
This post is aimed at landlords, letting agents and property managers – especially following the new Renter’s Rights Act that came into force…
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Can a landlord move back into a rental property?
In short, the answer is yes. Under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, landlords can regain possession of their rental property to move back…
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