Articles tagged “possession-grounds”
renters rights act
Section 8 Ground 1A: Selling Your Rental Property Under the Renters' Rights Act
Ground 1A is the new mandatory possession ground for landlords selling a tenanted property. Here's how the 12-month protected period, 4-month notice and 12-month re-let ban work in practice.
17 min read
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Section 8 Grounds for Possession Under the Renters' Rights Act: The Full List
With Section 21 abolished from 1 May 2026, Section 8 is the only route to possession. Every revised and new ground, notice period and what the court will expect.
28 min read
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Dealing With Antisocial Behaviour: The Tenant Eviction Process for Landlords
How to handle antisocial behaviour by tenants — evidence gathering, the role of Ground 14, notice periods, working with the police and council, and the court process for possession.
17 min read
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How to End a Tenancy After Section 21 Is Abolished
With Section 21 no-fault evictions ending on 1 May 2026, landlords need to understand the reformed Section 8 grounds for possession. This guide explains the new routes available and how to use them correctly.
10 min read
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Renters' Rights Act 2025: What Landlords Need to Know Before 1 May 2026
A clear, practical overview of the Renters' Rights Act 2025 for private landlords in England — covering the end of Section 21, the move to periodic tenancies, new possession grounds, and what you should be doing right now.
4 min read
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Section 8 Ground 1: How to Regain Your Property When You Need to Move In
A practical guide to using Ground 1 (formerly Ground 1A) under the Renters' Rights Act to recover your rental property for your own use or for a family member — covering notice periods, evidence requirements, and common pitfalls.
8 min read