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[theartfullodger]

It's always landlord's decision. Entirely legal to use a 18yr old unemployed looser with no assets if you wish.

How much equity does she have

Your choice your decision:. Use a deed.

[theartfullodger]

Given your other post on her & her father's behaviour I'd walk away: A long way away.

But were circumstances reasonable, I'd ask to see s21 and MYSELF check with ex-landlord for a reference.


No "Housing Allowance" is the housing part of UC, not HB.
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[theartfullodger]

No: Thank her for her her interest but you wont be renting to her: Then block her number. No further conversation....

[theartfullodger]

First of all ask to see paperwork showing WHY she is in temporary emergency accommodation. Could be s21 evict (but really damage and/or rent arrears), s8 evict, DV, whatever. And how long has she been there?

Glad I'm old and have enough £££ not to have to rely on the council to house...

[theartfullodger]

Would it be fraud (i.e. criminal) to bring a case under one tenancy type knowing full well that it is in fact a different sort of tenancy, to try and "bend" the law? What sanctions could a court bring to bear?

[theartfullodger]

People are often known by different 1st names. I'm called Phillip by most people but middle name by birth family . Could be that simple.

Unless you can prove otherwise you're stuffed. Suggest you put it up for auction and hope some m++ buys it.

We've all made mistakes:. I certainly...

[theartfullodger]

Would depend on judge and what tenant does for evidence:. You never know!

[theartfullodger]

So there's absolutely nothing about a surveyor for remortgaging: So negotiate: Offer ££££

PS Been in the same position, but my tenants were flexible......

[theartfullodger]

What does the tenancy say about surveyors ? If nothing then you have no right to arrange & tenant can legally refuse.

Try offering a rent reduction for permission - 50% for a month?

[theartfullodger]

See this very long thread on the subject.
https://forums.landlordzone.co.uk/fo...ion-or-viewing

But with the sensitivity of the situation I strongly suggest you only go in with tenant's prior agreement to avoid inflaming their enthusiasm for legal action.

NB the 24 hr...

[theartfullodger]

So you bought the place with them in it? If so did you serve notice(s) complaint with s48 and s3 please?

If not no rent due - s48 - and possible fines and criminal record - s3.

Or do you mean you had a reference from previous landlord which was - err... not 100% accurate: ...

[theartfullodger]

As Mrs Mug wisely comments this is they key question. When does tenant state they moved in please?

How were you planning to evidence them not being protected/"rent act" tenant please?

Are you their original landlord? If not original landlord have...

[theartfullodger]

12 months! Next time 6 months max... Do we take it the agent charged you % for all 12 months?

[theartfullodger]

This may be of interest...
https://www.landlordlawblog.co.uk/20...anning-issues/

[theartfullodger]

What would worry me more is what else he forgot to do... EPC, GSC, deposit protection, proof of service etc etc..


If there's incomplete paperwork offer a new tenancy at LOWER rent: Much cheaper than not being able to use s21 etc etc etc...

[theartfullodger]

That would depend on the insurance policy: Yours, tenant's, block insurance? NB Suspect your insurance requires lockable for your contents.

Most window keys are like this...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UPVC-Wood...S/232381463847

Alternative is change the handles, cheap,...

[theartfullodger]

Indeed: I have experinced B0E interest rates hitting 17% (yes you read that right, under Thatcher...) and a price collapse during divorce divestment - both were ...err... painful: (the money position, not the divorce..)...

[theartfullodger]

Think 18 month compo ends 05/04/2020....

[theartfullodger]

Serve them TODAY then !

What/who do land reg deeds say owns the place - you or ltd company?

NB Landlord does not have to own the place.

PS I'd still pursue tenant and guarantor for £££. They may not realise the legal issues and might just pay up.

[theartfullodger]

Sorry to read of your losses.

What evidence do you have of your intention to live there - eg putting your then-current home up for sale and/or giving notice if rented?