Understanding the warrant of distress


As a landlord, it can be difficult to deal with inconsistent tenants. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of public cases where landlords have taken their tenants to court over months of unpaid rent. The cost to hire a lawyer in the first place deters many from taking that step.

That being said, there is another highly effective method. Under the Distress Act 1951, landlords can file for a warrant of distress, also known as the writ of distress.

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