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What to do if your landlord asks you to leave your home, or you are in danger of having your home repossessed.
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england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/eviction
The eviction of a tenant has to follow a special legal procedure and the process involved depends on the type of tenancy. A landlord who tries to evict a tenant illegally may be committing a criminal offence. (Content applies to England only.)
Shelter www.shelter.org.uk
england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/repossession
As a home owner, you can only be evicted if your lender or freeholder has a legal reason (grounds) and the correct procedure is followed. Repossession doesn't happen automatically. It may be possible to stop the eviction at any stage in the process. (Applies to England only)
Shelter www.shelter.org.uk
www.nationaldebtline.co.uk/england_wales/factsheet.p...
If you rent your property from a private landlord then the rights you have to stay in your home will depend on the type of tenancy you have and when your tenancy began.
National Debtline www.nationaldebtline.co.uk/england_wa...
england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/repossession/order...
Explains what happens if the court decides that you should be evicted, the bailiffs' role in evicting you, and what will happen to your home and to any mortgage debts you have. Also outlines how the repossession could affect your future housing options. (Applies in England only)
Shelter www.shelter.org.uk
england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/eviction/harassmen...
If your landlord is trying to force you to move out by causing problems for you s/he may be guilty of harassment, which is a criminal offence. This page explains your rights and what you can do. (This information only applies to England.)
Shelter www.shelter.org.uk
england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/repossession/going...
Explains what happens if your lender or freeholder starts repossession proceedings in the county court. Homeowners can only be evicted if the court makes a possession order, which they will only do in certain circumstances. (Content applies to England only.)
Shelter www.shelter.org.uk
england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/repossession/preve...
If you can't pay your mortgage or any other loan secured on your home, your lender can take legal action to get back the money you owe. (This applies in England only)
Shelter www.shelter.org.uk
england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/homelessness/avoid...
If you're facing homelessness, you may have a number of options that could help you to keep your home and avoid or prevent homelessness.
Shelter www.shelter.org.uk
england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/repossession/repos...
Your landlord's lender may try to repossess the property you are renting if your landlord does not keep up with their mortgage payments. If this happens, you may have some protection from eviction if your tenancy is binding on the landlord's lender. If not, your options will be more limited. Information on how you can get help if you are in this situation.
Shelter www.shelter.org.uk
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