This post is historical content and the information provided relating to Section 21 is no longer relevant as of May 1 2026. A property investor with a portfolio of 70 properties worth £10 million has expressed support for the Renters’ Rights Act, stating it will remove underperforming operators from the market. Rick Gannon told BBC […]
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Two reports suggest tenancy disputes of differing kinds are on the increase. The firm LegalforLandlords says the number of tenancy disputes each year in England and Wales is increasing at an average 6% annually, with many landlords facing costs of more than £5,000 per dispute. The pace of growth has accelerated sharply in recent years. […]
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The latest research industry insight from LegalforLandlords has highlighted where the longest and shortest wait times are when it comes to court hearing dates for landlords who are trying to repossess their properties, with the most overstretched courts found in the likes of Birmingham, Croydon, and Slough. Having analysed internal data on wait times for […]
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Landlords have to wait up to 16 weeks in some cases, especially in London and Birmingham, and it’s likely to get worse under the Renters’ Rights Act. Courts with the longest wait times for landlords with eviction cases have been exposed with the vast majority in London. Birmingham is among the most clogged with all […]
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Landlords are already facing long waits for possession even before May’s rule changes as possession timelines rise. Landlords in England and Wales are waiting significantly longer to regain possession of their properties, with the average process now taking more than 26 weeks as repossession volumes continue to rise, says Sim Sekhon (pictured), Group CEO at […]
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Tenancy disputes across England & Wales are increasing by an average of 6% annually, research from LegalforLandlords has revealed. Tenancy disputes can be costly for landlords and agents. Over a third of professionals (36%) say disputes typically cost them between £1,000 and £5,000. However, one in five (21%) report costs of above £5,000. Sim Sekhon, […]
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LegalforLandlords has recently been featured in Property Reporter, in an article exploring the growing pressures landlords are facing when trying to regain possession of their properties. The article highlights that landlords are now waiting an average of 25 weeks to repossess a property, with possession volumes continuing to rise and moving closer to levels last […]
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This post is historical content and the information provided is no longer relevant as of May 1 2026, with the end of Section 21. As a landlord navigating the rental market in England, you’re likely wondering: Can I still serve a Section 21 “no‑fault” eviction notice? The short answer is yes – for now – but […]
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Landlord FAQs 2025: Legal & Compliance When will the Renters’ Rights Bill come into effect and how will it affect me? The Renters’ Rights Bill is expected to be implemented no earlier than 2026 (it’s unlikely, but it could be implemented late 2025). It proposes the abolition of Section 21 (no-fault evictions), a move to […]
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What to do if your tenant stops paying rent: A step-by-step guide for UK Landlords (2025) Rent arrears are one of the most challenging issues landlords face. With the Renters’ Rights Bill set to overhaul eviction processes in 2025, it’s more important than ever to act swiftly and legally when a tenant stops paying rent. […]
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This post is historical content and the information provided relating to Section 21 is no longer relevant as of May 1 2026. The Renters’ Rights Bill is moving through the legislative process, and landlords should be aware of its potential impact on the rental market. With key milestones ahead, now is the time to stay […]
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This post is historical content and the information provided relating to Section 21 is no longer relevant as of May 1 2026. For landlords, failing to comply with legal requirements for landlords in the UK doesn’t just put tenants at risk—it can also result in financial penalties and prevent you from legally evicting a tenant […]
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This post is historical content and the information provided relating to Section 21 is no longer relevant as of May 1 2026. In 2025, landlords will be navigating an ever-changing landscape of regulations, market trends, and tenant expectations. To help you stay informed and prepared, we’ve compiled the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) from landlords […]
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This post is historical content and the information provided is no longer relevant as of May 1 2026, with the end of Section 21. As a landlord, staying updated with the latest legislation is essential, especially as major changes are on the horizon. The government’s recent announcement to abolish Section 21 ‘no-fault’ eviction notices has […]
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LegalforLandlords Group CEO Sim Sekhon didn’t mince words when talking about the reforms affecting the property rental sector and advised that landlords must ensure they focus on letting to ‘quality’ tenants. Sekhon spoke after a landlord event in Bristol where the Renters’ Rights Bill dominated discussion. Landlords he spoke to are concerned it will erode […]
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