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Property & Possession

Regain Possession of Your Property — Quickly and Lawfully

Whether you're a landlord with a problem tenant or a lender seeking vacant possession, Shergroup's certificated enforcement officers act swiftly — and strictly by the book.

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S21

Abolished May 2026

48hr

Writ turnaround

End‑to‑end

Notice to possession

Free

Case review

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No obligation. Reviewed free of charge. Up-to-date advice on the new rules.

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S21 abolished 1 May 2026 — what this means for landlords

The Renters' Rights Act 2026 ended Section 21 'no-fault' evictions. All new possession claims must now rely on Section 8 grounds such as rent arrears or breach of tenancy. Getting the correct ground and procedure right first time is critical — a mistake adds months. Shergroup's team is fully current on all post-Act procedures.

Who We Help

Residential and Commercial Possession — Handled End to End

From the correct statutory notice through to keys in your hand, Shergroup manages the entire possession process.

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Private Landlords

Non-paying tenants, property damage, or abandoned premises — we advise on the correct Section 8 grounds and manage the claim from notice to enforcement.

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Property Management Companies

We work alongside managing agents handling residential and commercial portfolios. Volume instructions are welcome — consistent, professional service throughout.

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Mortgage Lenders

Residential and buy-to-let repossession on behalf of lenders. We manage the possession order through to vacant possession and key handover.

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Commercial Landlords

Business tenancies and commercial property — including CRAR (commercial rent arrears recovery) and forfeiture of lease where the grounds exist.

Legal notice: All possession proceedings must follow lawful process under the Housing Acts, the Renters' Rights Act 2026, and associated legislation. Section 21 notices served before 1 May 2026 may remain valid in some circumstances — contact Shergroup to assess your specific situation. This page provides general information only and does not constitute legal advice.

The Process

Possession — Step by Step

1
Serve the Correct Notice

We advise on and serve the appropriate Section 8 notice with the correct statutory grounds. Getting the notice right is critical — an error can invalidate the entire claim.

2
Issue Possession Proceedings

Once the notice period expires, we file the possession claim at court and manage all correspondence, hearings, and deadlines on your behalf.

3
Obtain the Possession Order

We represent your interests through the court process. For undefended claims, a possession order is typically granted within 4 to 6 weeks of filing.

4
Execute and Take Possession

Where tenants do not vacate voluntarily, our certificated enforcement officers attend on the warrant date and take possession — professionally and lawfully.

Who Can We Help?

You're in the Right Place If…

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You are a landlord with a non-paying or problem tenant
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You have a possession order that needs enforcing
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You need advice on Section 8 grounds under the new rules
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You are a lender seeking vacant possession of a property
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You want to recover rent arrears alongside possession
💡 Recover arrears alongside possession

A possession claim can include a money judgment for outstanding rent arrears. Once a CCJ is obtained, Shergroup can enforce it via High Court Enforcement Officers — seizing assets and recovering the debt alongside the possession.

Frequently Asked Questions

Landlord Questions Answered

Section 21 'no-fault' evictions were abolished on 1 May 2026 under the Renters' Rights Act. All new possession proceedings must now proceed under Section 8. S21 notices served before 1 May 2026 may still be valid in some circumstances — contact us to assess your position.
An undefended Section 8 rent arrears claim can take as little as 8 to 12 weeks from notice to possession. Defended cases typically take 4 to 6 months. Shergroup works to minimise delay at every stage of the process.
Yes. A possession claim can include a money judgment for outstanding rent arrears. Once a County Court Judgment is obtained, Shergroup can enforce it via High Court Enforcement Officers — recovering the debt alongside taking possession.
If a tenant does not vacate voluntarily, Shergroup manages the enforcement process through our certificated officers. Changing locks without a court order is illegal — self-help eviction carries serious legal consequences for landlords.

What Our Clients Say

Results That Speak for Themselves

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With S21 abolished and the law changed, getting the process right first time matters more than ever. Our team is fully up to date — call us today for a no-obligation assessment.

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