Landlord and tenants

With the buy to let market rapidly increasingly, our Conveyancing team in Colchester, Essex can advise both landlord and tenants who are involved in short term lettings of residential or commercial property.

We can offer advice to landlords on the process of drafting tenancy agreements and leases, termination and renewal of business tenancies, enforcement procedures for breach of tenancy agreements and leases, including claims for unpaid rent and other breaches, as well as possession claims. Our experienced litigation department can also assist with any issues regarding breaches of tenancy agreements and rent recovery.

Tenants – Things to think about:

• Term (or length) of the lease to be entered into;
• Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 implications;
• Break clauses – flexibility and impact on rental levels;
• Repair;
• Alienation;
• Alterations.