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The benefits of deposit protection for landlords, agents and tenants
The benefits of deposit protection for landlords, agents and tenants
In the UK’s private rented sector, deposit protection is essential to ensure fair and transparent handling of tenancy deposits. Whether...
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A tenant’s guide to deposit protection
A tenant’s guide to deposit protection
At the Tenancy Deposit Scheme, we understand that every tenant deserves to know their rights and responsibilities when it...
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What is the Renters’ Rights Bill and how could it affect me?   
What is the Renters’ Rights Bill and how could it affect me?   
The Renters Rights Bill is a significant piece of legislation aimed at fundamentally reforming the private rented sector. Its goal is to...
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#ASKTDS: What seasonal challenges can Autumn bring to tenancy disputes?
#ASKTDS: What seasonal challenges can Autumn bring to tenancy disputes?
When it comes to tenancy deposits, the change from summer to autumn can bring seasonal challenges for landlords, letting agents,...
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What is a deposit protection scheme?
What is a deposit protection scheme?
As a landlord or letting agent in the UK, understanding your obligations regarding tenants’ deposits is crucial. One key responsibility...
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Who is responsible for repairs in a rental property, landlords or tenants?
Who is responsible for repairs in a rental property, landlords or tenants?
In rental properties, clear communication is essential for a smooth landlord and tenant relationship. However, one area where misunderstandings often...
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Renters are getting more control with a smart meter
Renters are getting more control with a smart meter
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ASKTDS: Fire safety in rented properties
ASKTDS: Fire safety in rented properties
Ensuring the fire safety of a rental property is a critical responsibility that cannot be overlooked. With the risk...
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My property has mould. What can I do?
My property has mould. What can I do?
If left unattended, mould can wreak havoc in homes, causing wooden window frames to rot, staining carpets, and damaging walls...
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TDS Top 10 tips to get your deposit back
TDS Top 10 tips to get your deposit back
Nobody wants to see their deposit disappear due to deductions at the end of a tenancy! Here, the Tenancy Deposit...
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Understanding property inventories, check-in and check-outs
Understanding property inventories, check-in and check-outs
This week’s edition of #asktds is dedicated to answering frequently asked questions about property inventories, helping to clear up common...
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Ask TDS: "Can my landlord keep my deposit to cover the cost of redecoration, and then not do it?"
The Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) is a government-approved  scheme for the protection of tenancy deposits; we offer both insured and...
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