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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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Eviction
england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/eviction
All landlords have to follow special legal procedures in order to evict tenants. There are laws to protect you. Whether or not your landlord can evict you and how the process works will depend on the type of tenancy you have. If your landlord doesn't follow the right procedure, s/he may be committing a criminal offence.
Shelter www.shelter.org.uk
Repossession
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
How can my landlord end my Assured Tenancy?
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...
Ordered to leave
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
Harassment and illegal eviction
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
Home ownership - going to court
england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/repossession/going...
If you are a homeowner, you can only be evicted if the court makes an order telling you to leave. Explains what happens if you are taken to court. (England only)
Shelter www.shelter.org.uk
Preventing court action
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
Avoiding homelessness
england.shelter.org.uk/get_advice/homelessness/avoid...
There are sometimes ways to avoid becoming homeless, even when the situation appears hopeless. This page explains what you might be able to do, either on your own or with specialist help.
Shelter www.shelter.org.uk
Repossession by a landlord's lender
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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