Business Debtline

England and Wales > Debt Advice > Priority Debts > Business Rent Arrears

Navigation : Home Page | Your Budget | Debt Advice | Increase Your Income | Insolvency | Useful Links | Debt Advice in Scotland |

Business Rent Arrears

Subsections : Priority Debts |Secondary Debts |Fact Sheets |Sample Letters |

Sub pages : Mortgage Arrears | Domestic Rent Arrears | Business Rent Arrears | Business Rates | Council Tax | Water Rates | Gas and Electricity Arrears | Income Tax Arrears | VAT | National Insurance Contributions (NICs) | Tax Credit Overpayments | Magistrates Court Fines | Parking Penalty Charges | Maintenance | Hire Purchase | Equipment Leases | Major Suppliers | Bank Overdrafts and Loans | Negotiating With Your Bank | What Action Can Be Taken Against You? | Example Offers to Priority Creditors |


Business leases (190KB)

If you do not keep up payments of your rent your landlord can send a bailiff to your business premises (or indeed attend in person) to remove your stock and equipment without a court order.

It is important to let the landlord know if you are in difficulties and to come to an arrangement to pay off any arrears.

If you cannot make payments your landlord could also seek a court order for eviction.

Much will depend on your relationship with the landlord and the length of any lease you may have.

If you cease trading, you may still be liable for rent. Check the terms of your lease.

If you need help in negotiating with your landlord, phone us for advice.

 

back to top

Step-by-step Guide
Interactive Budget Sheet
Sample Letters
Fact Sheets
Contact Us
Site Map

Back to Graphical Version
© Business Debtline 2006