Deemed Service of Notices on Tenants One of the most common stumbling blocks in landlord-tenant disputes is whether a tenant has actually received a notice or a document they were supposed to. It’s not unusual for tenants to deny receipt, especially when facing eviction under Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988. These denials can […]
Awaab’s Law: A Landmark Change for Social Housing Landlords Awaab’s Law is set to come into force in October 2025, fundamentally altering the responsibilities of social housing landlords in England. This law was introduced following the tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak in December 2020. Awaab’s death resulted from prolonged exposure to mould in his […]
Why Landlords Are Selling Urgently? The UK’s private rented sector is undergoing a significant transformation. At Landlord Advice UK, we have witnessed a growing number of landlords leaving the market, primarily due to the increasing number of no-fault evictions being carried out, followed by landlords selling up. So, why landlords are selling up urgently is […]
Defending a Claim for Unlawful Eviction Defending a claim for unlawful eviction can be costly and damaging to landlords, both financially and reputationally. Understanding how to defend such claims is crucial to ensuring compliance with legal obligations while protecting property rights. This guide sets out key considerations for landlords, including occupant protections, legal defences, and […]
How to Evict a Tenant for Anti-Social Behaviour: A Comprehensive Guide with Case Law and Court Considerations Evicting a tenant for anti-social behaviour can be a challenging process, requiring a clear understanding of the law and careful adherence to legal procedures. Anti-social behaviour can cause significant distress to neighbours and other residents, and as a […]
Deemed Service of Eviction Notices When serving eviction notices, landlords must ensure they comply with legal formalities to avoid challenges from tenants. One of the most critical aspects of this process is the deemed service of eviction notices, which determines when a legal document is considered received by the tenant. This concept becomes particularly relevant […]
Introduction In the world of landlord and tenant law, a fundamental issue that often arises is the requirement for a Section 48 notice. This statutory notice, mandated under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987, plays a crucial role in ensuring that tenants know where they can serve legal notices on their landlord. But more significantly, […]
Changes to Rent Repayment Orders Under the Renters’ Reform Bill: What You Need to Know The UK government has been working on significant changes in the private rental sector, aiming to provide renters with greater security and improve housing standards. A cornerstone of these changes is the Renters’ Reform Bill, which proposes substantial updates, including […]
Mortgage Arrears – How to Avoid Repossession Whether you a property owner, living in your property, or a landlord, many properties are purchased by obtaining a mortgage or buy-to-let mortgage. The property will be registered with HM Land Registry as belonging to the purchaser, but the lender will have a charge against the property. If […]
Defending a Rent Repayment Order Application A rent repayment order (“RRO”) is an order made by a Tribunal requiring the landlord or agent to repay rent (including housing benefit or housing element of universal credit) where the landlord or agent has committed a particular offence, which are listed below. It is not necessary that the landlord […]