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My Tenant Has Breached the Tenancy Agreement – What Can I Do?

Published on September 3, 2026

Updated on September, 3, 2026

This post is aimed at private landlords, letting agents and property managers in England and reflects the possession rules in force following the…

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Can a Tenant Claim Squatters’ Rights?

Published on August 20, 2026

Updated on September, 3, 2026

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 Landlord Change the Locks on a Tenanted Residential Property? 

Published on August 18, 2026

Updated on September, 3, 2026

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

Published on August 6, 2026

Updated on September, 3, 2026

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?

Published on July 24, 2026

Updated on September, 3, 2026

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? 

Published on July 10, 2026

Updated on September, 3, 2026

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?

What Happens After a Section 8 Notice?

Published on June 3, 2026

Updated on September, 3, 2026

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?

Can a Tenant Appeal a Possession Order?

Published on June 3, 2026

Updated on September, 3, 2026

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?

Published on May 21, 2026

Updated on September, 3, 2026

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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How Enforcement Works Under the Renters’ Rights Act

Published on May 1, 2026

Updated on September, 3, 2026

Looking for clarity on how enforcement will work under the Renters’ Rights Act?  Under the new enforcement system, landlords will be easier to investigate and…

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