Start here if your tenant has stopped paying and you need to know whether to serve notice, send a letter, or start a claim.
Guides on unpaid rent, Section 8 for arrears, money claims, and what to do first.
How England landlords deal with rent arrears after the Renters Rights Act changes. Ground 8, Grounds 10 and 11, Form 3A, court forms, and unpaid rent recovery.
Guide for England landlords recovering unpaid rent after the Renters Rights Act, including when a money claim is separate from possession.
Complete post-May 2026 guide to Section 8/Form 3A eviction in England. Learn the current possession grounds, notice periods, court forms, and evidence steps.
Complete guide to Section 8 Ground 8 for rent arrears eviction in England. Learn the post-May 2026 arrears threshold, how to prove arrears, court procedures, and common tenant defences.
The standard possession procedure is required for Section 8 evictions and when claiming rent arrears. Learn the full court process, hearing preparation, and realistic timelines.
Grounds 10 and 11 are discretionary rent arrears grounds. Learn when to use them, how they differ from Ground 8, and how to convince the court possession is reasonable.
Complete guide to using Money Claim Online to recover rent arrears. Learn the MCOL process, fees, timescales, and how to enforce your judgment against tenants.
Learn how to write effective particulars of claim for rent arrears cases. Step-by-step guide with examples for County Court money claims against tenants.
Step-by-step guide to writing a Pre-Action Protocol compliant Letter Before Action for tenant debt. Free template and examples for landlords.
Understanding CCJs for landlords: what they are, how to get one against a tenant, and how to enforce payment. Complete UK guide.
How to calculate and claim statutory interest on money tenants owe you. 8% interest rate, calculation examples, and court claim guidance.
Realistic timelines for Money Claim Online from start to CCJ. How long each stage takes and what affects the speed of your claim.
Should you require a guarantor? When guarantor clauses protect landlords, how to enforce them, and claiming from guarantors when tenants default.
How to recover cleaning costs when the deposit doesn't cover it. Evidence requirements, reasonable charges, and court claims for cleaning.
Understanding the difference between fair wear and tear and tenant damage. What you can and cannot claim for, with examples.
When to accept a tenant's payment plan offer vs pursuing court action. Pros, cons, and what makes a payment plan worth accepting.
Practical tips for landlords attending small claims court hearings. How to prepare, what to expect, and how to present your case effectively.
Step-by-step guide for landlords when tenants refuse to pay rent or other debts. From first contact to court action and enforcement.