Thread: Tenant in Breach

Hi Tom - sorry for the confusion. I meant if they actually go it would be Feb 1st 2010 - in theory that is when the owner would get possession having issued a valid S21. The "if they actually go" caveat was meant to encompass the timescales you helpfully give above. Some tenants will take notice of the S21 and move out as requested - others will of course not.

Hi islandgirl, no need to apologise. Barch: (1) If you cannot come to an agreement with the tenant to your satisfaction, s.21 will be best option to give you possession. (2) Next best is s.8 g8, if tenant owes more than 2 months rent (if rent paid monthly) (3) First 2 options are mandatory grounds for possession. Non-mandatory (s.8) grounds include g12 & g13: Ground 12 "Any obligation of the tenancy (other than one related to...

Quote: Originally Posted by dominic What does your TA say about guests? most state that immediate family and temporary guests are ok. Who is responsible for the bills (gas, elec etc). If T, the extra person will only have an adverse impact on the level of wear and tear and may be something you have to live with. Also, did the T fill out a "questionnaire" on application on which he stated (i) he did not smoke (ii) was asked...

I must admit I prefer a tenant (like mine) who says "Im sorry, I have just lost my job and got another which does not pay so much, thus I can't afford to pay all the rent, do you mind if my boyfriend moves in to help me with this?" Really, provided such an arrangement isn't costing you anything more in utilities because your tenant is paying them the additional wear and tear is insignificant. I don't think a...

What does your TA say about guests? most state that immediate family and temporary guests are ok. Who is responsible for the bills (gas, elec etc). If T, the extra person will only have an adverse impact on the level of wear and tear and may be something you have to live with. Also, did the T fill out a "questionnaire" on application on which he stated (i) he did not smoke (ii) was asked whether any other person was to live...