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Evicting tenants from a buy-to-let property can be challenging, but clear communication and following legal procedures can help avoid disputes. Always provide proper notice, follow tenancy agreement terms, and try to resolve issues through discussion before taking legal action. If eviction is necessary, ensure you use the correct legal process, such as a Section 21 or Section 8 notice. Keeping records of all communications and payments can also protect you in case of disagreements.

Yes, buy-to-let evictions are getting harder for landlords, especially with changes to eviction notice section 21. A Section 21 notice allows landlords to evict tenants without giving a reason, but new laws aim to ban this practice to protect renters. This means landlords will need a valid legal reason, like missed rent payments, to evict tenants. The process is also becoming longer and more complex, making it tougher for landlords to regain possession of their properties quickly.

Climate policies in the UK could lead to more eviction if landlords pass on the costs of making properties energy-efficient to tenants. Upgrades like better insulation or heat pumps might raise rents, making it harder for some people to afford their homes. If landlords decide the upgrades are too expensive, they might sell their properties, forcing tenants to move out. While these policies aim to fight climate change, they could unintentionally put low-income renters at risk of losing their homes.