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Distraint
Where there are goods to which we can gain access, Distraint is usually the best option. It is effective and costs you nothing.
Distraint usually results in the tenant making payment to prevent goods being removed and sold. Although the bailiff arrives at the premises with a van, prepared to remove goods if necessary, goods need not be removed instantly and may be left on the premises under a walking possession agreement, while payment is arranged, thereby maintaining the landlord/tenant relationship.
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Forfeiture
"Forfeiture" is possible without court action where it is written into your lease and is possible where access is denied. A landlord can exercise his right to regain possession of his property against the wishes of the tenant if the tenant is not meeting the terms of his lease (e.g. not paying rent). Forfeiture should be carried out where a landlord wishes to re-let a property; where there are no goods; or where entry for distraint is not possible. Locksmiths may be used to gain entry and exclude the tenant. The costs of this action are paid to us by you but are usually chargeable by you to the tenant as a separate matter.
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