Getting Possession
A detailed explanation on gaining possession on an assured shorthold tenancy using simple yes or no questions and answers to establish the appropriate notices. There is no legal analysis contained on these pages, just straightforward what notice and how to fill them in.
First we establish which notices are appropriate.
If the tenancy is a verbal tenancy, please follow this guidance first. You will be brought back to this page when completed
Is tenant two months or more in arrears?
When we ask "is tenant two months arrears", this means in money terms and not time. On a calendar months rental payment, it means one month and one day because the tenant has until midnight on the day it is due to be paid.
For example, if the rent is £500.00 pcm, there must be at least £1000.00 in arrears. If the rent is payable weekly, there must be at least 8 weeks rent in arrears.
