Rent arrears
Rent arrears means rent is due but unpaid. It can build up when payments are missed or late, and it’s treated as a serious issue because it can lead to eviction action.
Last verified: 28/05/2026
Definition
Rent arrears means rent that is owed but hasn’t been paid. It can happen after a single missed payment or build up over time.
Landlord vs tenant context
- For tenants, it’s usually treated as a priority issue.
- For landlords, it’s a cashflow risk and something to budget for (separately from void periods).
Related terms
- Void period