The Agent Blog - Goodlord

Sept 18, 2026

Section 8

RRA

Section 8: Ground 14 - Antisocial Behaviour

David Smith examines Section 8 Ground 14, covering anti-social behaviour, evidence, tenant engagement, and what landlords must prove in court.

Sept 3, 2026

Section 8

RRA

Section 8: Grounds 12, 13, and 15 - Tenancy breaches and deterioration

When does a tenancy breach or damage justify eviction? David Smith examines Section 8 Grounds 12, 13 and 15 and the importance of evidence and early action.

Aug 24, 2026

Section 8

RRA

Section 8: Grounds 8, 10, & 11 - Guidance from Leading Legal Expert

David Smith explains Grounds 8, 10 and 11, exploring mandatory and discretionary possession grounds, rent arrears, and key pitfalls for letting agents.

Aug 17, 2026

Section 8

RRA

Section 8: Grounds 1 & 1A - Leading legal expert sets record straight

David Smith explains Section 8 Grounds 1 and 1A, covering key rules, common misconceptions, and crucial nuances for letting agents to understand.

May 11, 2026

Section 21

Section 8

Possessions

Renters' Rights Act

Section 8: All the grounds replacing Section 21 and what agents need to know

Learn how Section 8 works under the Renters’ Rights Act, including every mandatory and discretionary ground, notice periods, and evidence requirements.

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Feb 20, 2026

Landlords

Section 8

Renters' Rights Act

What is a Section 8 Notice? (And how to serve one)

Once the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force on 1st May, Section 8 notices will be the primary method of evicting tenants. Here’s what letting agents need to know.

Goodlord presents a guide to the court process for the abolition of Section 21

May 28, 2024

Compliance

Section 21

Section 8

Legislation

Your Guide to the Courts Process Reforms in the Renters (Reform) Bill

As part of the Renters (Reform) Bill, the government aims to align the abolition of section 21 “no-fault” evictions with speeding up the court's process. But what does this mean?

Apr 8, 2024

Section 21

Section 8

Property Portal

Ombudsman

Legislation

Renters (Reform) Bill: Your complete guide

The Renters (Reform) Bill was proposed by the Conservative Party to reform the private rental sector, but it didn’t pass and is no longer active in the UK.

Mar 11, 2024

Landlords

Referencing

Section 8

What should letting agents and landlords do if a tenant is involved in anti-social behaviour?

Anti-social behaviour can affect a property and the surrounding community. So how can letting agents and landlords prevent this with their tenants?