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This week, we’re tackling what it really takes to end a tenancy under the new rules. Gone are the days of quick, straightforward notices, today’s landlords and tenants face longer notice periods, stricter requirements, and a much greater need for upfront planning and watertight record-keeping.
Whether you’re a landlord wondering about your routes to possession, a tenant navigating your new rights, or just trying to make sense of Section 8 versus Section 21, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler will guide you through the practical implications, common mistakes, and why good communication has never been more important.
If you want honest, local property advice without the corporate jargon, you’re in the right place.
00:00 Discussing new property legislation
04:12 Discussing Section 21 Abolition
07:44 Tenant notice period discussion
09:46 Landlord responsibilities and tenant notices
14:56 Tenant document receipt process
17:00 Ending a tenancy requires planning