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Case example: a letting agent preparing a possession evidence pack for a landlord

An illustrative example, not a real customer, using example figures.

The situation

Martin manages 60 properties for 25 landlords. One client’s tenant is behind on rent and neighbours have complained about noise. The landlord wants their paperwork in order before they meet a solicitor.

What he did

  1. Started a case in the Section 8 Eviction & Possession Checklist and ticked the grounds the landlord wanted to ask their solicitor about (8, 10, 11 and 14), to see which records each one usually involves.
  2. Brought in the rent figures and deposit dates from the Rent Arrears Tracker, and the locked check-in report from the Inventory & Check-in Report.
  3. Used the evidence list to chase what was missing: proof the prescribed information was given, and a dated incident log from the neighbours.
  4. Locked the pack and sent the PDF to the landlord with the list of questions for their solicitor.

Where the tools fit, and where the solicitor fits

What the tools helped Martin doWhat stayed with the landlord’s solicitor
Keep each client’s records separate, dated and lockedAdvising the landlord on whether and how to go ahead
See which records each ground usually involvesWhich grounds to rely on, and preparing the notice
Send the landlord a printed pack and a list of questionsAny court claim and representation

Questions landlords ask

Is this a real case?

No. It is an illustrative example with made-up details.

Can an agent use the tools for several landlords?

Yes. Each case and report is separate, and the Team plan covers up to five devices.

Does the pack replace a solicitor’s own review?

No. It is an organised, dated set of records. The solicitor still reviews everything and advises the landlord.

Where is client data kept?

In the browser on the agent’s own device. Property Clues does not receive it. The agent can print a PDF or download a backup to share with the landlord.

Sources

Try the tool

Section 8 Eviction & Possession Checklist

See how the Section 8 grounds usually work after Section 21 ended, work through the Ground 8 arrears figures and key dates, and gather the evidence a solicitor would ask for, with dates you can show later. Part of the Property Clues toolkit of educational UK property calculators and trackers. Pay once, use in your browser.

Also useful

Property Inventory & Check-in Report

Record each room with dated photos, meter readings and keys, lock the report, get the tenant’s signature, then compare room by room at check-out. Part of the Property Clues toolkit of educational UK property calculators and trackers. Pay once, use in your browser.

Free tool

Renters’ Rights Act Checklist

The renting duties that apply to a property in each UK nation, as dated tasks you can tick off. Free to use in your browser, no sign-up.

Educational guidance only. Not legal, financial or tax advice. This covers private tenancies in England; Wales and Scotland have different rules. Rules change: check GOV.UK and speak to a solicitor before serving any notice. © 2026 Property Clues.

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