Clarify the commercial objective
Some landlords want fast recovery of arrears, while others are primarily focused on regaining possession. The right legal strategy depends on which objective matters most.
Treating every arrears matter the same can lead to a slower or more expensive result than necessary.
Build a clean arrears record
A clear rent schedule, supporting bank records and tenancy documents are essential if the matter proceeds into a contentious stage.
Where the records are unclear, early reconstruction of the payment history can prevent later disputes about the true level of arrears.
Enforcement should be part of the planning
A judgment is not always the end of the problem. Landlords should consider enforcement options, likely recoverability and cost-benefit analysis before and during proceedings.