Ending Tenancies

This section provides all the information required along with the All the Letters, Forms and Notices so you can end a Tenancy lawfully. If in doubt call the Members Helpline.

How long will it take to evict my Tenant?

From serving of an Eviction Notice to the final act of the Bailiff removing a Tenant can take 3 to 5 months to regain possession of your property. It all depends how far you are down the Eviction process.

Be guarded of companies who claim they can evict your Tenant faster [for a fee], The facts are Tenancy Eviction is a civil procedure determined by the courts. PIMS Members benefit from our members Telephone Helpline [open 7 days a week] and Tenancy eviction is just one of the benefits of being a member.
Evicting a Tenant on Housing Benefits?

If you are seeking to evict a Tenant who is on benefits then the rules of the game change see Evicting Tenant on benefits sadly sometimes they want evicting so they can get a council house
PIMS Video Tenancy Eviction Section 21 Notice
Plan Ahead

Only you can decide how much flexibility you are prepared to give and what financial exposure you are prepared to accept. No matter how upsetting the situation is, retaining your composure is paramount for whilst the Tenant is talking to you there may be a way forward. see negotiating with the Tenant.
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ALWAYS serve a Notice at the earliest opportunity see the best way to serve Notice

Then our flowchart may be able to help you.

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