Notices & Possession
Everything you need to serve notice correctly, respond when your tenant gives notice, enforce possession when a tenant won't leave, and close a tenancy properly at check-out.
I Want to Serve Notice
Since 1 May 2026, Section 21 no-fault evictions are abolished. All possession now requires a valid Section 8 notice served on a statutory ground. Getting the notice right — the correct form, the correct ground, the correct notice period — is essential before any possession action can proceed.
My Tenant Has Given Notice
Under the Renters' Rights Act, tenants can end a periodic tenancy by giving at least 2 months' written notice. When your tenant gives notice, there are practical and legal steps to take — from confirming the notice is valid to preparing for check-out.
My Tenant Hasn't Left
If the tenant remains in the property after a valid Section 8 notice has expired and they have not left voluntarily, you must apply to court for a possession order. You cannot take the law into your own hands — illegal eviction is a criminal offence.
Tenant Check-Out
The check-out is your opportunity to record the condition of the property, agree the return of the deposit, and close the tenancy cleanly. A thorough check-out process — with the right documents — protects you in any deposit dispute.
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Possession & Section 8 Handbook
A complete guide to Section 8 grounds, notice requirements, court proceedings and enforcement under the Renters' Rights Act.
Rent Arrears Handbook
How to handle rent arrears from first missed payment through to possession — letters, notices and court process.
Rent and Deposits Handbook
Deposit protection, deductions, fair wear and tear, and the deposit return process explained in full.
Latest guidance & updates
Section 21 Is Gone: How Possession Works Now
Section 21 no-fault eviction is abolished. Here is everything landlords need to know about regaining possession under the Renters' Rights Act 2026.
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Section 8 Eviction: Grounds, Notices and Court Process
A complete guide to Section 8 possession — the only route to eviction under the Renters Rights Act.
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Rent Arrears: A Step-by-Step Recovery Guide
How to handle rent arrears professionally — from first missed payment to possession proceedings.
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Section 8 Notice — Form 3A (RRA)
Prescribed notice form for all Section 8 possession claims from 1 May 2026
Section 8 Grounds Overview
Every ground, its notice period, and mandatory vs discretionary status
End of Tenancy Letter
Letter to tenant setting out check-out process and deposit return procedure
Deed of Surrender of Lease
Mutual agreement to end a tenancy early — signed by both parties
Checkout / Check-Out Report Template
Room-by-room check-out report comparing condition against inventory
Deposit Deduction Schedule
Itemised schedule of proposed deposit deductions with evidence references
Deposit Return Letter
Letter to tenant confirming deposit return or proposed deductions
Tribunal Evidence Bundle
Organised evidence bundle for deposit adjudication or court hearings
Keys Returned Receipt
Record of keys returned at check-out — signed by both parties
Forwarding Address Form
Collect the tenant's forwarding address at check-out
Complete process guides
Ending a Tenancy Journey
Every step for ending a tenancy correctly — from serving notice through to deposit return and closing the file.
Step-by-step journey
Get Your Property Back Problem Solver
A 10-step action plan for landlords dealing with non-paying tenants, possession proceedings, and getting their property back.
10-step action plan
Problem Solver Kit
Renters' Rights Act Problem Solver Kit
Understand every change the Renters' Rights Act has made — Section 21 abolition, new Section 8 grounds, rent increase rules and what replaces the old possession process.
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