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Homeowners We’ve Helped
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I cannot recommend David Harrison highly enough. He was very professional and knowledgeable throughout the whole process. From the first phone call they were an absolute super star.
Martha Ngara
October 27, 2025Very helpful advice given my term has expired but was given very good advice about my options & time frame
Ian Dunn
September 18, 2025What A Great Gentleman Richard is, absolutely Professional for the work he does. I was googling N244 at 1am in the morning as I was potentially looking at Repossession &... read more
Ajeel Safir
September 11, 2025I was in a low / dark place 18 months ago following some difficult personal circumstances. There were too many spinning plates and struggled to regain control, and faced certain... read more
Andrew Kiely
August 13, 2025 -
Richard was very easy to talk to, it was so reassuring that there are ways to help and he put my mind at rest, looking forward to taking to... read more
David Arnold
August 6, 2025What can I say about HMS,saved me from my property being repossessed on the last minute with the honest advice from Richard very much appreciated these guys are amazing.i called... read more
Gamming Channel
July 30, 2025Exceptional Support During a Difficult Time Homeowner Management Services went above and beyond when I was facing a very stressful situation with an inconsiderate lender trying to take possession of my... read more
Mjr David
July 28, 2025Ben was very understanding and helpful..I would highly recommend this company
Martin Garvey
June 5, 2025 -
Great understanding & very helpful advice on my pending repossession order. Many thanks...
Pam Benton
May 29, 2025Having problems with a possession hearing! Richard was amazing and incredibly helpful and supportive, he even took the time to offer free advice in writing to help me on the... read more
Jonny Worthy
May 28, 2025Ben was amazing and always available at any time of the day. Helped within a few days
Adam Ahmed
May 1, 2025HMS are brilliant.I have used this company a couple of times now and they cannot do enough for you.Richard,ben and david are an incredible team so much knowledge and confidence... read more
Jc S
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I would highly recommend Richard and the term at Homeowner Management Services. They provided invaluable support and advice when I contacted them about my mortgage coming to the end of term. My... read more
Ann Mullins
April 30, 2025We had been given a repossession hearing by the bank which was scary. This would eventually lead to eviction even though we were not behind with our payments. Richard's advice... read more
Dave Wilcock
April 24, 2025Excellent, friendly, professional advice given
Stuart Kelf
April 14, 2025I spoke with Richard today. He not only put me at ease with my situation, but provided me with the next steps for me to take to get a better... read more
Jayne Forsyth
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Excellent advice from David, very helpful, friendly and informative. Helped us with sound advice of how to deal with upcoming eviction or repossession orders. Feel a lot less burdened now. Keep up the... read more
Sam Kamal
April 2, 2025In May 2024 Landmark had started repossession due to the mortgage term expiring. I was totally expecting my house to be repossessed but then I spoke to Richard and the... read more
paula burns
March 19, 20252nd to none service from Richard and team. Swift response with excellent advice & support. Warmest regards. Lee D.
Lee Duke
February 26, 20252nd to none service from Richard and team. Swift response with excellent advice & support. Warmest regards. Lee D.
Lee Duke
February 19, 2025 -
Homeowner Management Services care! I was facing eviction from my home and Richard gave me excellent advice. He provided a legal argument to my case and when the Judge... read more
Rosemary Ebun
February 19, 2025It's been a one year and nine months since I deal with Richard and David they are amazing they keep looking after me what ever my situation but now it's... read more
Maria Cardoso
January 19, 2025the team at HMS what can i say a massive thank you to the team they not only helped me once but twice with repossession orders we owe them... read more
dale williamson
January 19, 2025Just let Richard know,I press one star thinking u pressed all stars, unfortunately it went off and put one star up and did write in my review that it... read more
Jane Hayward
November 19, 2024
How to Stop Repossession
1. Don’t take emergency finance
Other companies may have misled you into believing that a bridging loan or short-term finance is your best or even only choice. That’s not true. The temporary relief will be short-lived when you are facing repossession for a much higher sum.
2. Don’t accept a quick sale
In desperate situations, you may be tempted to accept a below-market-value “instant cash” offer on your home. Avoid quick sale companies at all costs—they profit from your misfortune. We can provide better options.
3. Get us to help
We can help you navigate through your options. We will force your lender to give you time to make a decision that suits you. Our first step is to assess affordability for you to keep the property long-term. If this is not an option, then we will ensure you speak to regulated finance professionals or have time to sell your property on the open market.
We help save your home by stopping your eviction,
helping you clear your arrears & negotiating with your lender.
Received an eviction notice?
Or solicitors’ letters? We will stop your eviction!
Mortgage term expired?
We can negotiate with your lender if your mortgage term has ended.
Need help with your N244?
Successfully suspend your eviction notice. Call us now!
Received an eviction notice?
Or solicitors’ letters? We will stop your eviction!
Mortgage term expired?
We can negotiate with your lender if your mortgage term has ended.
Need help with your N244?
Successfully suspend your eviction notice. Call us now!
Contact us today
Contact HMS today to stop your eviction today. Call us 24hrs a day 7 days a week 0800 298 0571
Expert Support & Guidance
If you are a homeowner and need support, we will guide you through your options to prevent repossession of your property with a free consultation. Our friendly, highly focused, team of experts will listen to your unique story and identify solutions for your specific circumstance. For over 10 years we have created a fantastic team that specialise in giving the best advice and help they can in order to stop repossession and to save homeowners from losing their property.
What happens if repossession of your house is threatened?
When faced with a court hearing, it is best to seek prompt assistance. In any case, the judge will listen to both sides of the argument; the fact that a lender has applied for a repossession order does not mean that the court will automatically grant one. Professional representation is not always essential, though it may often be advisable or beneficial. If you are unfortunate enough to be one of them then we can help.
Here to help you through a difficult time
Facing Repossession is a very difficult time, if you do not seek the right advice then you could lose your home unnecessarily. We are here to provide a full assessment of your legally supported options, that your mortgage lender should have provided. More importantly, we can force a legally supported defence through the court so that you have a court order to follow and do not have to jump through the hoops your lender in no doubt trying to make you jump through now.
UK Repossession Statistics
UK Finance’s latest Mortgage Arrears and Possessions Update for the first quarter of 2018 reveals that:
There were 78,800 homeowner mortgages in arrears of 2.5 per cent or more of the outstanding balance in the first quarter of 2018, 8 per cent fewer than in the same quarter of the previous year and the lowest level since records began in 199
Within the total, there were 24,100 homeowner mortgages with more significant arrears (representing 10 per cent or more of the outstanding balance). This was 3 per cent fewer than in the same quarter of the previous year.
There were 4,500 buy-to-let mortgages in arrears of 2.5 per cent or more of the outstanding balance in the first quarter of 2018, 6 per cent fewer than in the same quarter of the previous year.
Within the total, there were 1,100 buy-to-let mortgages with more significant arrears (representing 10 per cent or more of the outstanding balance).
Some Facts and Myths about Repossession
Thousand of apartments, flats and houses are subject to repossession proceedings every year, but many myths surround the subject.
Despite oft-heard rumours to the contrary, homes cannot be repossessed without warning. Homeowners who have mortgage arrears first receive a letter from the lender, after which there is usually an interval of some two to six months before any legal proceedings commence. Debt collection agencies cannot repossess properties, as only a court can grant such orders if the mortgage is on a residential basis.
Notably, it may be possible to stop repossession by negotiating with the bank or building society concerned and agreeing to:
- Pay off arrears over time.
- Refinance the property.
- Sell the property.
Caution is necessary; handing the keys to the property back to the lender will not end the matter. Mortgage lenders can still pursue debtors for up to twelve years in England and Wales and up to five years In Scotland if there is a shortfall after the property is sold.
Additionally, many Homeowners believe that if there is equity in the house, then the Lender will keep the proceeds from the sale. This is not the case, if there is a balance released after the house is sold, then it will be sent back to the Homeowner, however, it is going to be significantly reduced from what should be available if you sold the property for yourselves due to:
- The increased solicitors and court costs added to the mortgage.
- The Asset Management Company and estate agents costs for selling the property.
- The increased charges made by you Lender for coordinating the solicitors and Asset Management Company.
- The significant reduction in the sale price due to it being a repossessed property.
Of course, this does not even account for the time delay in the Lender selling your property and finalising your account and property title. Most Homeowners that are fortunate enough to get some money back, have to wait over 8 months, during which time, no assistance is available for being rehoused.
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