Forfeiture of Lease.

When a tenant is in breach, many landlords turn to forfeiture of commercial lease as a route to regain possession of their premises.

We understand how stressful the situation is: you need to retake control of a property, protect your rental income, and avoid unnecessary delays. Left unchecked, the breach can escalate and make recovery harder.

At Strikes Property Services Group, we manage the forfeiture process so you can return property quickly and legally.

Our service includes:

Evidence of breaches
Issue legal notices
Secure the property
Negotiate with tenant
Manage repossession steps

Tenants in breach of lease?

Strikes Property Services Group is trusted by commercial landlords, property managers, landowners, lettings agents, legal companies and solicitors to return property quickly and legally

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Strikes Forfeiture of Lease process.

1. Lease Review & Breach Assessment:

We review the lease to confirm a forfeiture clause and assess whether the breach qualifies.

2. Instruction & Evidence Submitted:

You complete the instruction form and provide evidence of the breach, such as rent arrears schedules.

3. Arrange Attendance

We book the locksmith and our agent and confirm the appointment with you.

4. Secure The Property:

We change locks, take an inventory of goods, and secure the premises.

5. Serve Notices & Notify Relevant Parties:

We issue any required legal notices and notify parties such as mortgagees, subtenants and insurers as instructed.

6. Reporting & Post-Forfeiture Tenant Management:

We send a report with photos and handle post-forfeiture matters, including supervised goods removal or tenant liaison where needed.

About Strikes Property Services Group.

Strikes Property Services Group is one of the UK’s leading property dispute resolution agencies.

Our team is specialised in forfeiture of commercial lease, with a fully legal approach as a core part of the service. This helps you retake control of your property without lengthy court proceedings. We also provide a fully comprehensive service, covering everything from providing evidence of breaches to changing locks, securing premises, informing authorities and negotiating with tenants.

We take a pragmatic and legal approach to protect your commercial interests and reduce disruption.

FAQs

What does Strikes Property Services Group do?

We provide expert legal and enforcement support for both the commercial and residential property sectors across England and Wales. Our services include legal advice, notice serving, eviction, squatter and traveller removal, High Court enforcement and debt recovery. With nationwide coverage and transparent pricing, we deliver fast, ethical and effective solutions to safeguard your property interests and bring you peace of mind. Please see our Commercial and Residential service pages for more details.

How do I instruct Strikes Property Services Group?

Simply contact us on 01133 229555 or info@strikescs.com to tell us about your property issues and we’ll provide you with the best resolution.

What are your opening hours?

Normal office hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Are you contactable outside normal opening hours?

Yes, our email is monitored out of office hours for emergency enquiries: info@strikescs.com

How much do your services cost?

We work on a fixed price fee structure, with individual prices and great value packages to suit your budget, expertise and timescales. Please contact us on 01133 229555 or info@strikescs.com to find out more.

Where in the UK does Strikes operate?

We offer our services across England and Wales, in locations and their surrounds, including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, Bristol, Newcastle upon Tyne, Nottingham, Leicester, Oxford, Cambridge, Southampton, Portsmouth, Brighton and Hove, Norwich, Exeter, York, Coventry, Derby, Cardiff, Swansea, and Newport.

What are your payment terms?

Some services are payable on a pro forma and others are on a 14 day invoice contact us for further details.

Will I be kept up to date with my case?

We will send you regular reports to keep you informed as to the progress of your case.

How quick can you respond to a security breach or an emergency?

We pride ourselves on our rapid response times. Our team is available 24/7, and we aim to respond to any security breach or emergency as quickly as possible.

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