Landlord e-newsletter - June 2009

Rent arrears

Rent arrears are something landlords may encounter as part of managing their tenancy.
An up-to-date rent payment schedule is important if you need to meet your tenant to discuss rent arrears. Acknowledging the history of payments shown in the schedule can also be a positive starting point for the discussion.

When you have agreed on payment of arrears, landlords should ask a Department mediator to seal the terms of the arrears agreement. An unsealed agreement remains unenforceable, which could be problematic for landlords. Find out more about mediation »