A Section 21 notice is used by landlords in England to evict tenants without needing a reason. However, mistakes can make the notice invalid. A common mistake is not giving the tenant at least two months' notice. Another error is serving the notice before protecting the tenant’s deposit in a government-approved scheme. Using the wrong notice format or incorrect dates can also cause issues. If the landlord has not provided required documents like the Energy Performance Certificate or How to Rent guide, the notice may be invalid. To avoid problems, landlords should carefully follow legal steps before serving a Section 21 notice.
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