Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond
Landlords
Legal Options for Landlords With Non-Paying Tenants
Steps that work
Contact within days of a missed payment, check whether benefits or Universal Credit are involved (direct payment to landlord can be requested in some cases), and keep a clear rent statement.
Recovering the money
A money claim or a money judgment alongside possession lets you pursue arrears; enforcement depends on the tenant's means.
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- Sale and purchase conveyancing
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- Possession claims and rent arrears recovery
- Landlord and tenant disputes, disrepair and deposit claims
- Reserved legal work, such as conveyancing and court proceedings, is carried out by SRA-regulated solicitors
How it works
Edit the figures for your ground and local court. Court and bailiff waits vary widely across London.
Frequently asked questions
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How many months' arrears before I can evict?
For the mandatory arrears ground, at least three months. Discretionary grounds can apply sooner.
Will rent guarantee insurance pay?
If the policy conditions were met, usually yes.
Tenant not paying?
Send us the address and what you need. We will arrange a visit or call and give you a written quote.
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