Early termination of AST due to rent arrears

Landlord Discussion Legal
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Great discussion so far-thanks all.

With regards to the clause about right to terminate the contract after tenant being more than 14 days in arrears. Where is this coming from? This is a clause straight from my AST (and it’s a generic template I used), so what should make me think it’s not applicable? I’m also thinking, if this clause is triggered, how I should go around notice period? Normally it’s 2 months, but I’m guessing it’s not applicable given the circumstances?

Many thanks,

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From section 8 rent arrears
Legislation has gone back to normal but you can’t serve a section 8 for 4 months from beginning of AST so sign a deed of surrender and get your property back

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Thanks. Speaking to solicitor today so hopefully will move on.

Nightmare.

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I can’t help you with your first question on the AST clause - just surprised it is there if it is not applicable to an AST!

Regarding, “Will I be able to communicate with the guarantor via email that was provided and used to sign AST (I have both private and work email)” the answer is obvious:

  • YES!
  • Why not?
  • As they signed the agreement, they may think you know how to pursue them in the courts, so they may agree to help out rather than go to court.
  • Email them as you have nothing to lose and a lot to gain!
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It’s a standard clause in all tenancy agreements. It basically means that if the tenancy becomes non assured, such as this no longer being the tenants principal home, you can repossess in 14 days.