
Feb 20, 2026
How much does it cost to make a court claim?When a dispute reaches the point where informal resolution is no longer possible, making a court claim may be the only way to recover money owed. Whether...

Feb 20, 2026
How much does it cost to make a court claim?When a dispute reaches the point where informal resolution is no longer possible, making a court claim may be the only way to recover money owed. Whether...

Jan 7, 2026
What is the Typical Process Serving Procedure?Process serving is the process of formally delivering legal documents to a person or business. Getting this step right protects due process and keeps a claim...

Nov 7, 2025
Everything You Need to Know About the Renters’ Rights Act 2025The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (formerly the Renters’ Rights Bill), which received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025, marks one of the most significant reforms to the private rented sector in decades. Designed to offer tenants stronger protections while maintaining fair rights for landlords, the Act introduces major changes to tenancy rules, eviction procedures, and housing standards across England.

Oct 20, 2025
What Happens if Court Papers are Served Late?When time is tight, the way you serve documents can make or break a case. If a claim form, court orders, or other legal documents are served late (or not properly served at all) the court can strike them out, refuse to extend time, or set hearings aside.

Sep 18, 2025
How the Traveller Eviction Process Works in the UKPrivate land, especially if it is unprotected, is vulnerable to illegal occupation from travellers and squatters. Property damage, business disruption, and the number of occupiers can escalate. If action isn’t taken quickly, damage control can become costly. Discovering such an encampment on your land is disturbing, but thankfully, there are swift and structured solutions available.

Aug 19, 2025
What Are Your Options If Process Serving Fails Multiple Times?When you’re involved in legal proceedings, timely and accurate process serving is crucial. But what happens if a process server tries multiple times and still...

Jul 22, 2025
How to Remove Squatters from Commercial PropertyWhen unauthorised individuals occupy your commercial premises, it can quickly turn from an inconvenience to a legal and financial liability. As a commercial...

Jun 20, 2025
Why Choose Able Investigations & Enforcements for Evictions?Evictions can be one of the most stressful and legally sensitive challenges for landlords, property managers, and solicitors. Whether you are dealing with a...

Jun 17, 2025
From Punishment to Proportionality: Repealing the Vagrancy Act and the Role of Section 77 for Local Authorities and Enforcement ProfessionalsRepealing the Vagrancy Act: A Shift in Approach The Vagrancy Act 1824, once a cornerstone of street-level enforcement, was officially repealed through the...

Jun 2, 2025
Can I Evict a Commercial Tenant Without a Lease?In England and Wales, most commercial tenancies are governed by formal agreements. However, there are situations where a business tenant occupies commercial...

Mar 21, 2025
Landlord Forfeiture of Lease – How to Regain Possession LegallyForfeiting a commercial lease is a legal process that allows landlords to take back possession of their property when a tenant has breached the terms of their...

Mar 11, 2025
Massive Reductions in Traveller Encampments in TorbayPress release – for immediate release. Tuesday, 11th, March, 2025 ( Steve Wood, left, of Able Enforcements with Neil Coish of Swisco ) Authorities at one of...

Mar 6, 2025
Forfeiting a Commercial LeaseForfeiting a commercial lease is a legal process that enables landlords to reclaim possession of the property when a tenant has breached the terms of their...

Jan 23, 2025
How Long Does It Take to Evict a Tenant?Evicting a tenant in the UK is a detailed process requiring landlords to follow strict legal guidelines. While the timeframe can vary widely, it generally...

Jan 16, 2025
What Is a Section 21 Eviction Notice?A Section 21 eviction notice is a legal document used by landlords in England and Wales to reclaim possession of their properties from tenants. It applies...
Nov 19, 2024
Traveller Evictions: The Advantages of Working with Able InvestigationsManaging Traveller evictions can be a challenging process for local authorities. From welfare checks to securing court orders, every step requires a careful...

Oct 29, 2024
Everything You Need to Know About Process ServingWhen it comes to legal proceedings, ensuring that all parties involved are properly notified is crucial. This is where process serving plays a vital role....

Sep 20, 2024
What Happens During a Squat EvictionSquatters in an unoccupied property can cause serious problems for owners, whether the property is a residential building or a commercial building. Besides the...

Sep 17, 2024
Event: GRT BriefingYou are invited Join us and other Gypsy Roma Traveller (GRT) teams to discuss best practice and share intelligence for local authorities dealing with illegal...

Sep 3, 2024
What is an Enforcement Agency Bailiff?An enforcement agency bailiff is a party or individual that holds the legal authority to collect debts. The official term ‘enforcement officer’ has been in use...

Aug 21, 2024
Finding the Right Tenant Eviction SpecialistsBeing a landlord is a great investment. It can be an enjoyable venture when you have a good relationship with your tenants. However, when an eviction is...

Jun 12, 2024
The Complete Guide to Enforcing a Possession OrderFor landlords and landowners across the UK, regaining control of your property from squatters or errant tenants can be a daunting task. Understanding the legal...

May 20, 2024
Can Police Remove Trespassers in the UK?Navigating the challenges of managing trespassers on your property requires a solid understanding of UK law. So, can police remove trespassers? This guide aims...

Apr 26, 2024
Can I Evict a Commercial Tenant without a Lease?In the realm of commercial real estate in the UK, the dynamics between landlords and tenants are governed by a robust legal framework. However, a particularly...

Mar 15, 2024
How Long Does a Process Server Have to Serve Papers?In the legal system, the proper serving of court documents is crucial for ensuring due process and upholding justice. When initiating legal action against an...

Mar 4, 2024
5 Things Property Owners Should Never Try When Dealing with SquattersSquatting, the act of occupying an empty or abandoned property without the permission of the owner, poses a significant challenge for property owners in the...

Jan 24, 2024
Can a car be repossessed without a court order?If you are owed payments for a car under a hire purchase or conditional sale agreement, repossession is a right you may wish to exercise. But a common question...

Dec 19, 2023
When can goods be repossessed without a court order?As a creditor, repossessing goods from debtors who have fallen behind on payments can seem like an effective way to recoup losses. However, in the UK, seizing...

Nov 15, 2023
How to Evict a Tenant if Their Deposit is not ProtectedAs a landlord in the UK, you have certain legal obligations when it comes to protecting your tenant's deposit. Failure to comply with tenancy deposit...

Sep 28, 2023
A Guide to Evicting a Lodger in the UKAs a landlord in the UK, you may find yourself in a situation where you need to evict a lodger who is renting a room in your property. While lodgers do not...

Aug 11, 2023
Process Serving with Able InvestigationsProcess serving is an important and often overlooked aspect of legal proceedings. Simply put, process serving is the delivery of legal documents to individuals...

Jun 12, 2023
How Does the Renters Reform Bill Affect the Eviction Process?If you’re a landlord in the UK, you may be concerned about the proposed changes to evictions laid out in the recently revealed Renters Reform Bill. There have...

May 31, 2023
What is the difference between squatting and trespassing?As a landowner, it's essential to know the difference between trespassing and squatting to protect your property and avoid legal issues. Trespassing and...

Apr 28, 2023
Why use security guards at a public event?Public events such as concerts, festivals, screenings, and sporting events are an integral part of British culture. They bring people together to celebrate and...

Mar 24, 2023
What Laws Are There on Surveillance in the UK?Surveillance laws in the UK have become increasingly important in recent years, as advancements in technology have made monitoring activities easier. With the...

Mar 20, 2023
Can Enforcement Agents Break into a Property?Working with enforcement officers, also known as bailiffs, is among the most straightforward ways to reclaim your money when a debtor fails to repay it on...

Mar 20, 2023
Can You Remove Travellers from Council Land?It's increasingly common to find travellers camping on your land, especially if it's vast, by the roadside, and unused. Some of these individuals don't even...

Feb 23, 2023
6 Common Reasons for TrespassingIf you’re a landowner in the UK, trespassing is something you may have to deal with in one way or another. Trespassing is defined by the act of entering...

Jan 6, 2023
When should the transfer up procedure be used?Obtaining a County Court Judgment (CCJ) is a crucial step in recovering outstanding debt or repossessing goods or property. Once you have a CCJ, you can choose...

Nov 25, 2022
When do you Need a Pre-sue Report?A pre-sue report, also often known as a status report , can be a valuable tool in recovering debt from an individual or business. Knowing as much as possible...

Nov 21, 2022
What to do When a Tenant Leaves Belongings BehindOnce a tenant has been evicted or otherwise moved on to a new property, it is not unheard of for them to leave personal possessions. In most cases, these items...

Nov 2, 2022
How to Evict a Tenant Without a Tenancy AgreementWhen renting out a property, a written tenancy agreement should be constructed in order to set out all rights and obligations of both tenant and landlord....

Oct 31, 2022
When Can Security Remove Protestors?Security or police are often present at planned protests or activist action. This is to ensure their safety and that of the general public, as well as to...

Oct 28, 2022
What is a Status Report to Reclaim Money Owed?Are you owed money, but you're not sure how to reclaim it? It can be difficult to know where to start when trying to reclaim the debt. A status report is a...

Oct 25, 2022
Can a Tenant become a Squatter?A squatter is a person who settles in or occupies a property with no legal claim to the premises. However, there is a difference between Residential and...

Sep 27, 2022
Why do we Need Security Guards?When running a business or event, there is always risk of criminal activity or disorderly behaviour. Therefore, it is important to be more vigilant about...

Sep 15, 2022
What is a Debt Recovery Plan?Recovering debt from an individual can be a difficult task, especially without the correct legal advice and plan of action. Having a clean debt recovery plan...

Jul 4, 2022
Do Squatter’s Rights still Exist?Finding out that squatters are occupying your property is never an ideal situation for landlords or property owners. It can even be a distressing experience....

Jun 28, 2022
How to Recover Debt from an IndividualBeing owed money can be very infuriating and uncomfortable, and even worse when going through the process of recovering it! There are many things to consider...

Jun 15, 2022
How Much is it to Hire a Security Guard?A security guard is hired to protect a place or person and ensure any individuals and or things are not harmed. They can also be employed to implement crowd...

May 13, 2022
A Complete Guide to Debtor Tracing in the UK63% of the adult population in the UK entered 2020 with personal debt. You've been owed money for months, and you're finally at the end of your rope. The...

May 13, 2022
How to Choose an Enforcement Service to Resolve your MatterIf you’re dealing with a situation where you have received a County Court Judgement enabling you to recover an asset, you may be looking for an enforcement...

Apr 19, 2022
What Is the Role of Enforcement Services?Have you ever found yourself locked in a heated dispute with one of your tenants? Unfortunately, problem tenants can be the worst nightmare for landlords. Some...

Mar 23, 2022
Common Law Notice vs. Writ of Possession: What's the Difference?If you're a landlord in the UK, it's essential to understand the eviction rules and what type of notice you should utilise if you want the tenant to leave....

Mar 15, 2022
How to choose the best tenant for your rental?Having a residential property is one thing, finding the right tenants is another altogether. As a landlord, you must have given a thought to how to choose the...

Mar 9, 2022
Can I Evict a Tenant for Antisocial Behaviour?Nearly one in five households in England live in the private rented sector, with 17% of the total living in the social rented sector. Only 65% of people in the...

Feb 10, 2022
When and Where can an Individual be Served with a Legal Document?Serving a legal document is the fundamental outset of filing a claim against someone. To ensure that the procedure runs smoothly and legally, it is vital to...

Feb 6, 2022
How can I remove travellers from my private land?When you own land that is undeveloped such as fields and roadside areas, one of the problems you can face is when travellers make use of this land to camp...

Jan 24, 2022
Will the Government Scrap Section 21 and What Could This Mean for Landlords?In 2021, we saw a continuation of the previous trends in private renting. This meant more delays, rapidly changing covid legislation, and a restriction on...

Jan 19, 2022
Who Pays the Court Costs for Tenant Evictions?Evicting tenants through the official legal procedure inevitably takes some money and research. If your tenant does not defend against your section 8 or 21,...

Dec 31, 2021
How Much Does it Cost for a Process Server?When it comes to how much it costs to hire a process server, there are a few things to consider. A process server delivers significant documents to a person...

Dec 8, 2021
What is a Process Server?A process server acts as the oil that keeps the wheels of legal processes turning smoothly. They deliver significant legal documentation to the right person at...

Nov 22, 2021
How Much Notice Should You Give a Tenant to End a Tenancy in the UK?Giving notice to end a tenancy If you’re a landlord, it’s essential to learn the law on terminating tenancies in the UK. It's critical to understand the...

Nov 19, 2021
What Security Guards Can and Can't do in the UKWhat is a security guard, and what do they do? A Security Officer, also known as a Security Guard , is responsible for ensuring the safety of the property,...

Nov 2, 2021
How Are Divorce Papers Served in the UK?Divorce is seldom easy, although the process of filing for divorce can be relatively simple in the UK. Frequently, it is at the point of serving the divorce...

Sep 30, 2021
Evicting Squatters legally in the UKAs a landlord, one of the things that will always be on your mind is the problem of squatters. Having squatters move in then legally dealing with evicting them...

Sep 27, 2021
How to Evict a Tenant Without Going to CourtWhilst never the ideal outcome when renting out your property, part of the job includes dealing with problem tenants. For a range of reasons, you may find...
Aug 23, 2021
How to Deal with Trespassers in the UK?If you own your own home or land in the UK then the problem of trespassers is one you can encounter in some form at any stage. Trespassing can be anything from...

Jul 29, 2021
Commercial Tenant Eviction in the UKAs a landlord, getting the right tenant is always tricky. This can be even harder with commercial properties as these are used for business and rely on the...

Jul 16, 2021
How to Evict a Tenant in The UK?As a landlord, it is always more desirable to have a tenant in your property than it sitting vacant. That’s means evicting a tenant is always the last thing...

Jul 1, 2021
COMMERCIAL FORFEITURE & CRAR: What are the Landlord's options in 2021?During the last eighteen months, many landlords have seen their retinal income collapse because of the Government's Covid-19 rules on cessation of CRAR and...

Jun 7, 2021
How to deal with Political Squatters in BristolYou are possibly aware that Bristol has become the hub of anti-establishment squatter action in recent months. This means that squatters are becoming more...

May 24, 2021
Is Your Commercial Tenant Not Paying Rent? Here Is What You Can DoAs a landlord, the position of a commercial tenant not paying rent is a big issue. In the current pandemic, this problem has become more complex and...

May 11, 2021
Case Study: The Implications of not Evicting Squatters from Your LandCase Study Let’s take a look at a situation we encountered the other day… One of our clients had squatters on his land. After having discussed the situation at...

Apr 29, 2021
How To Evict Travellers From Council LandThe issue of Travellers and where they can set up caravans is always a difficult one. While the rule for the private landowner is relatively clear, it can be a...

Mar 29, 2021
How long does it take to evict a tenant in the UK?No landlord wants to evict a tenant but sometimes the situation is unavoidable. One of the big problems can be that there are some key steps to take and these...

Feb 8, 2021
Can I evict a tenant myself?As a landlord, one of the biggest issues you will face is if a tenant stops paying their rent but is still occupying the property. It's the nightmare situation...

Jan 4, 2021
High Court Enforcement Officers: Everything You Need To KnowWho Are High Court Enforcement Officers? A High Court Enforcement Officer, also known as an HCEO, is an officer of the High Court in either England or Wales....
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