Industry
Real Estate Debt Recovery
Rental arrears, service charges and property-related debts
Real estate collections combine landlord–tenant law, service-charge enforcement and complex multi-party arrangements that demand sector-specific expertise.
Typical debts we recover
Residential rent arrearsCommercial lease arrearsService charge / management feesDilapidations
Recovery timeline
1
Reminder and reconciliation 1–14 days
Confirm balances against lease terms
2
Formal demand 14–30 days
Notice in compliance with lease and local law
3
Settlement plan or possession decision 30–60 days
Often runs parallel to landlord remedies
4
Legal action 3–9 months
Money claim and/or possession proceedings
Statute of limitations
| Debt type | Period | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Rent arrears (most EU) | 3–6 years | Often shorter than general contract limits |
| Service charges | 6 years (UK) | Subject to lease terms |
Sector challenges
- •Notice requirements vary by jurisdiction
- •Mixed-use portfolios with different rules per unit
- •Coordination with property managers and lawyers
DECOL approach
- •Integration with property management systems
- •Joint workflow with landlord legal counsel
- •Tenant-friendly settlement options to protect occupancy where viable