Payment of Rent by a Stranger

This article is a brief look at cases relating to rent paid by someone not connected to the tenancy and whether the landlord is obliged to accept such a payment.
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Preventing, Controlling and Recovering Rent Arrears

The contract-holder typically pays the rent into the landlord or agent's bank account. The written statement of the occupation contract should stipulate the method for which rent is payable and how it will be collected. The tenant should consent if the collection is done by regular visits to the property.

Record Keeping and Data Protection (GDPR)

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulations, landlords will, in almost every situation, be required to register