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Professional property dispute services for residential & commercial clients.

Supporting landlords, letting agents & property professionals with rent arrears, possession, debt recovery, CRAR, forfeiture, High Court Enforcement and more.

07/09/2026

Manchester, we’re coming! 👋

The Strikes Property Services team will be exhibiting at the Propertymark Manchester Regional Conference on Tuesday 15th September at Old Trafford.

It looks set to be a great day, with plenty of discussion around the issues affecting the property industry right now — including a dedicated lettings and legal update covering the Renters’ Rights Act.

If you’re attending, please come over to the Strikes stand and say hello. It’s always good to put faces to names, catch up with familiar ones and have a chat about what you’re seeing in the industry.

Hopefully we’ll see some of you there!

👉 Find out more about the Propertymark Manchester Conference
https://buff.ly/FIk4MAR

04/09/2026

🏠 Your tenant has breached their tenancy agreement. What happens next?

Whether it’s rent arrears, anti-social behaviour, property damage or another breach, knowing what action you can legally take isn’t always straightforward.

Our latest blog looks at the options available to landlords, the importance of following the correct process and what to consider before taking the next step.

If you’re a landlord or letting agent dealing with a tenancy breach, it’s well worth a read.

👉 Read: https://buff.ly/9KIHEmE

03/09/2026

Something exciting is happening at Strikes… 👀

We’re in the early stages of creating a new magazine for landlords, letting agents and property professionals — designed to be a genuinely useful industry resource, not just another sales brochure.

We’ll be covering everything from Renters’ Rights Act changes and residential legislation to commercial property challenges, expert opinion, practical guidance and industry insight.

There’s lots more to come, so watch this space…

And if you’d like to advertise your business in the magazine or contribute an article, I’d love to hear from you.

Drop me a message or get in touch with the team.

26/08/2026

Can a commercial landlord change the locks without notice?

Unlike residential tenancies, the answer here is actually: sometimes yes.

It's called peaceable re-entry — a real legal right, but a narrow one. All 4 conditions below have to be met, or a lawful re-entry becomes an unlawful eviction:

🟡 A forfeiture clause must be in the lease
🟡 Rent arrears past the grace period (often 21 days)
🟡 No force or violence — entry only when the premises are empty
🟡 A notice must be left visibly on site

🔴 Miss any of these — or if the landlord's already waived the breach, or it's a non-rent breach needing a Section 146 notice — and it's unlawful.

The takeaway: peaceable re-entry is powerful, but it's procedural. Get one step wrong and the landlord is the one exposed.

Swipe through for the full breakdown 👉

21/08/2026

New blog day! 📣

Our next blog is out today, delving deep into the updated Section 8 grounds and what they mean to you following the new Renters’ Rights Act, which came into force on 1st May 2026.

Next in the series is...
Can a Tenant Claim Squatters’ Rights?

Read the full blog here: https://strikescs.com/can-a-tenant-claim-squatters-rights/

And as always, we're here if you need help or advice.
www.strikescs.com

18/08/2026

Can a landlord legally change the locks on a tenant?

Short answer: usually not — and getting it wrong isn't a technicality, it's a criminal offence.

We put together a quick breakdown of the 4 scenarios every landlord should know:

🔴 During an active tenancy — illegal, full stop
🟡 Tenant vacates mid-tenancy — only once it's confirmed in writing
🟢 Between tenancies — legal, and worth doing for security
🟡 Emergencies or repairs — allowed, but only with the tenant's agreement

The rule that ties it all together: if there's any doubt, don't change the locks — get advice first.

Swipe through for the full picture 👉

Landlords: bookmark this one. https://strikescs.com/can-a-landlord-change-the-locks-on-a-tenanted-residential-property/

11/08/2026

🏠 Something we're seeing more of since the Renters' Rights Act came into force...

At Strikes, we’re seeing a noticeable increase in landlords looking to use Ground 1 under the new Section 8 possession framework.

The reason is understandable.

Some landlords who previously rented out their property are now looking to move back in themselves, or have a close family member move into the property.

Ground 1 allows for this — but there are some important requirements around notice, timing, evidence and the landlord’s genuine intention to occupy.

Since the Renters’ Rights Act came into force, we’ve already issued multiple Ground 1 Section 8 notices, and it’s becoming one of the most common grounds we’re seeing.

Are you seeing the same increase in Ground 1 instructions?

And are landlords generally understanding the new requirements, or is there still a lot of confusion around the process?

We’ve put together a detailed article covering Ground 1, who can move into the property, notice periods, the 12-month protected period and the evidence landlords may need.

👉 Can a Landlord Move Back Into a Rental Property?
https://strikescs.com/can-a-landlord-move-back-into-a-rental-property/

I'd be interested to hear what others are experiencing.

07/08/2026

If you're a landlord dealing with rent arrears, this one's worth a read.

We've just published a new blog explaining how the Renters' Rights Act has changed the possession process, what landlords need to know about Section 8, and the common mistakes to avoid.

📖 Take a look here: https://buff.ly/lugKfYs

We'd love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions in the comments.

05/08/2026

One question I’m hearing more and more from commercial landlords is:

"What are my options if my tenant stops paying rent?"

It’s a good question, and the answer is rarely the same for every situation.

One option that can be highly effective is Commercial Rent Arrears Recovery (CRAR). When available, it allows landlords to recover unpaid rent through a legal enforcement process without necessarily bringing the lease to an end.

My advice is always the same: don't wait too long to seek advice. The earlier you understand your options, the more choices you usually have.

At Strikes Property Services, we take the time to understand each situation before recommending the most appropriate course of action.

If you're dealing with commercial rent arrears and would like to discuss your options, I'm always happy to have a conversation.

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