How to chase back the outstanding rent from tenants?

How to chase back the outstanding rent from tenants?

9:20 AM, 18th September 2023, About 8 months ago 11

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Hello, I have rented my house to a couple for 2 years with 2 children. The male tenant told me he’s split up with his wife and moved out, leaving the female tenant behind with their two children.

The male tenant has a well-paid job as a driver and the wife is now on benefits. The rent is £1200 (the market rent is £1500). I received £900 from the female tenant; the council pays the rest weekly but not in advance.

However, now the female tenant has stopped paying rent and the male tenant has blocked my number. The tenancy agreement has now expired.

What is the best/most effective way to get back the rent they owe me?

Thanks,

John


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Dem P

14:54 PM, 25th September 2023, About 8 months ago

Hello
From my experience and in my opinion, unless the tenant has some form of asset you are wasting your time and money chasing them through the courts etc. Just try and negotiate a small monthly amount.

Good luck

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