Able Investigations strongly believe in supporting our local community, which is why we were keen to donate in support of Macmillan Cancer Care and their Wellbeing Centre in Southmead Hospital recently. (more…)
Archive | Enforcement Services
Are you aware of the new court processes when it comes to evicting residential tenants?
Evicting troublesome tenants from a residential property is always a difficult task, and with the introduction of new court processes for evictions using a High Court Enforcement Officer (HCEO), it is likely to become temporarily more difficult while landlords learn about the new procedures. (more…)
Able Investigations head to court to renew their certifications
As we continue to work to deliver the best services we can to our customers, we are proud to announce we have recently been to Bristol Civil Justice to renew our certifications. Doing so means our team of enforcement officers are legally able to assist with recovering debt. Our certification allows us to enforce CCJs […]
Able Investigations remove aggressive travellers from car park in Aust
On Tuesday, Able Investigations successfully managed to move a number of travellers from an insurance brokers’ car park. The group of 26 caravans were based on the private land, located near the M48 Severn Crossing, after they settled there on Monday evening. Having previously evicted the group from the BAE site in Filton earlier in […]
What is a Warrant of Execution?
A Warrant of Execution is issued by a County Court so that a County Court Judgement (CCJ) can be enforced. Once a Warrant of Execution is obtained, an enforcement officer can be instructed to recover monies owed, or seize goods to cover the value of the judgement. (more…)
Changes in Bailiff Law
Last year, on 6th April, Bailiff Law changed for the first time in 500 years. It took 16 years for the government to finalise these changes in law, which had been in use since 1267. The changes aimed to bring the language used into the 21st century and make repossession procedures more regulated and controlled […]
What can I do about statute barred debt?
Statute barred debt is money owed that has been ignored by both parties involved, for several years. This debt is typically not enforceable by law because neither debtor nor creditor have made acknowledgement to the debt. This may not have to be paid when a debtor acts under the Limitations Act 1980. (more…)
Recovering outstanding business debts
To successfully recover outstanding monies owed from a business, there are certain procedures you need to adhere to, and the correct documentation is required. Enlisting the assistance of an enforcement agency will ensure you take the best route to recovering business debt, in an efficient and timely manner. (more…)
Is it financially worthwhile to use enforcement services?
The assistance of enforcement services saves both time and money if you need to recover debt or repossess land. By utilising the services of a certificated enforcement agency, you can be sure that your claim is dealt with efficiently and under the correct legal requirements. This makes enforcement agencies essentially invaluable in resolving an issue […]
Can I retrieve debts that have been owed for more than 6 years?
When attempting to retrieve long-term outstanding debts, there are certain procedures that need to be followed and evidenced in order for a successful recovery. Limitations Act 1980 If you have not made any acknowledgement of the debt for over 6 years nor have a court order, the debtor may be able to act under the […]