"Rongmala, 57, eventually sent an eviction notice and began court proceedings, but several months later the tenant is around 15,000 in rent arrears and refusing to leave."
"The new law - which is the biggest overhaul of the private rented sector in a generation - aims to give renters more security and includes a ban on 'no fault evictions' and limits to rent increases."
"Although a judge awarded a court order for Rongmala to take possession of the property, only court-appointed bailiffs can remove a tenant. The family has been told this could take up to 11 months."
"Rosie and her friends - young professionals who were at a protest in London earlier this month - said they had had to move 'dozens of times' and that some people were paying '70% of their salaries' in rent."
Rongmala became an accidental landlord after moving in with her children due to disabilities. Her tenant stopped paying rent, leading to significant arrears and court proceedings. Despite a court order for eviction, delays in the court system have left her feeling broken and financially strained. The new Renters' Rights Act aims to provide more security for renters but raises concerns among landlords about potential delays in evictions. Many renters also report significant challenges in the current housing market, highlighting the broader issues faced by both landlords and tenants.
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