what would happen if a LL has been trying to evict for rent arrears but they still don’t go after eviction notice has come and gone, then the LL finds out they don’t actually live there much of the time. Could he go and change the locks?
If tenants don’t live there all the time but still trying to evict?
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No.
Someone could have 17 valid concurrent tenancies, but only one will be AST (regardless of paperwork).
By eviction notice do you mean notice sent by bailiffs giving 14 days notice or just an s21 or s8 notice? Neither end tenancy nor compel tenant to leave.
Is this their principal home? If not, s21 and s8 don't apply.
Are you tenant, agent, landlord or solicitor in this matter?I am legally unqualified: If you need to rely on advice check it with a suitable authority - eg a solicitor specialising in landlord/tenant law...
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It doesn't matter. Whether it's AST or a common law tenancy (because they don't live there as their only or principal home), you are required to evict through due process of law (i.e. going to court, getting a possession order, and then having that order executed).I am not a lawyer, nor am I licensed to provide any regulated advice. None of my posts should be treated as legal or financial advice.
I do not answer questions through private messages which should be posted publicly on the forum.
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Reply to Pls help! Run out of options!by Hudson01You don't have to use a professional eviction company but in your situation i would, there are some listed on this site but you have no doubt seen them on tv when they appear as part of the few tenant/landlord shows.
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by simon889Hello all
Firstly let me confirm I have tried to find an answer to my query on the forum already in case it has been discussed before but haven’t found anything with the same problems.
Long story. Tenant moved in with his sister in 2017. She was responsible for paying the...-
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by Madmax86Good point about two different post offices. I'll ensure to do that.
No it doesn't mention email, just that it can be left or delivered in writing to the address....-
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by Madmax86Hi all
First time serving a section 21 notice.
Been reading online and seems to be mixed responses about the best way to serve it.
I initially thought recorded or special delivery would be the best as it is tracked however if it's not received it can be deemed...-
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by FerndaleCan anyone advise me... still dealing with greedy freeholders and managing agent.
The buildings insurance is arranged by the freeholder and it’s a a policy that covers their holding company and covers employers liability, they own the freehold on our block and next doors. The property owners...-
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Reply to Pls help! Run out of options!by simon889Thank you all for responding so fast!
Firstly, yes I did issue new tenancy to the brother, (which he signed and got witnessed and sent it back to me) as I was of the opinion that as he had been living in the property with his sister, there wouldn’t be a problem with rent. His sister...-
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Reply to Pls help! Run out of options!by Hudson01He sounds a charmer...... before you signed him up a sole tenant did you check him out in the usual way ? Given the distance you are away i would seek out a professional company to do this for you and get the property back, you will be running round in circles.
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Reply to Pls help! Run out of options!So you issued a new tenancy? (For someone with no history of paying? Why?). Did he sign? Anything else prove (or hopefully disprove) he agreed to it?
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Post, free certificate of postage, from two different post offices
By all means hand deliver also, take pics.
But tenant might (understandably) get p++d off.
What does tenancy say about how notices may be served? Mention email?-
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Reply to Advice on noise (and harassment?)by NeelixAsk your letting agent for a copy. They are duty bound to give you a copy.
FYI Its between 6 and 9 pages of A4...-
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