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Tenant Eviction & Dispute Services

Take the hassle out of letting with our tenant dispute services

Dealing with tenant issues can be inconvenient. It can take time to resolve disputes and to navigate the tenant eviction process. Our dispute services and lettings and property management services take care of any tenant issues so you can enjoy peace of mind when letting out your property.

We deal with rent collection so you don't have to
We can handle the tenant eviction process, should this be necessary
Our rent protection covers the costs and expenses of a civil dispute or eviction

Why choose Foxtons to help with tenant and landlord disputes?

Our property management services cover every aspect of tenant disputes
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We're London's number-one property agent

What are tenant and landlord disputes?

Unfortunately, disputes between tenants and landlords can and do happen. These are often related to rent disputes, renewal of a lease, subletting, antisocial behaviour or damage to a property. Rent disputes often relate to late or missed rental payments – which, if not addressed, can mean you, the landlord, are left out of pocket. Disputes can also happen if a tenant fails to return a deposit.

How can we help with disputes and tenant eviction?

Our property management services mean you don’t need to worry about any aspect of dealing with a tenant. This includes rental contracts, deposits, daily management, rent payments, property issues and tenant arrivals and departures. If a situation arises where you need to escalate a tenant eviction process, we can handle this for you. Our experienced team understand the legalities surrounding eviction and we'll aim to resolve the situation as quickly and as smoothly as possible.

What is the tenant eviction process?

In England, how you evict your tenant depends on the type of tenancy:

Section 8: Used for Assured Periodic Tenancies e.g. in the case of arrears. If your tenant does not leave by the date in the notice, you will need to apply to court for a possession order.
Notice to Quit: Used for non-Assured Periodic Tenancies, usually two months’ notice but can be less e.g. in the case of Licence Agreements (where notice is equal to a rental payment period).

At Foxtons, we can proceed with eviction notices if either of these situations apply.

How can I protect my rental income if I need to evict a tenant?

Often, tenant and landlord disputes are related to rent arrears. Our credit control team are experienced in rent collection but our rent protection provides up to £100,000 of cover for landlords should you need to recover costs. It can also provide protection for:

Recovering possession
Proceeding with a civil dispute
Tenant eviction
Contractual disputes

Tenant and landlord dispute FAQs

There are a few options to consider before beginning the process of tenant eviction. These can include speaking directly to your tenant, suggesting a temporary rent reduction if they're unable to afford the full amount or allowing them to find a new rental property. If these options are not feasible or you've already exhausted these avenues, the next step might be to begin eviction proceedings.
To prevent you from having to deal with the time-consuming process of tenant eviction, our property management team can handle every aspect of any disputes and unpaid rent.

It's important to ensure that a proper contract is agreed upon and signed by both parties that states the terms and conditions of the rental agreement. It's also vital that the right background checks are carried out before the tenancy to assess the suitability of any potential tenant. These steps can help protect you and your property.

It's illegal to immediately evict any tenant without a formal court order. A Section 21 eviction notice can be presented in writing once a fixed-term contract ends but a landlord must give two months' notice. In this situation, no information needs to be given as to the reason for the eviction. In many cases, this is presented when a landlord wishes to repossess or sell their property.