#AskTDS | Tenancy Deposit Scheme Offering government backed deposit protection services across the UK

#AskTDS: What is fair wear and tear in a rental property?

If you’re a landlord or letting agent, you’re likely familiar with the term “fair wear and tear.” However, understanding what...

#AskTDS: Understanding The Deposit Use Clause

In this week’s #AskTDS, we answer a common question about deposit use clauses; what they are, what they’re used for,...

Deposit Protection: 10 things to help you get it right

Renting out a property for the first time can be a daunting prospect. Between understanding your legal obligations, choosing a...

#AskTDS: My tenant wants to keep a pet, what are my options?

In this week’s #ASKTDS, we were approached with a question about a perpetually burning topic: Pets! Where a tenant who...

#AskTDS: How does TDS deal with rent arrears disputes?

In this week’s ASKTDS, a tenant asks how TDS deals with rent arrears? Rent arrears are one of the most...

#AskTDS: It's springtime and I'd like to perform a mid-tenancy property inspection, how do I begin?

Spring is in the air and it’s time to open up your windows and clear away the winter cobwebs. This time...

#AskTDS: With rising energy costs, how can I improve my property's efficiency??

With rising energy bills, TDS looks at ways to improve our homes energy efficiency and help with the rising costs.

Which Deposit Protection Scheme is right for me, Custodial or Insured?

You’ve chosen to protect your deposit with the government-approved, multi-award-winning Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS), but unsure which scheme to use.

#AskTDS: My tenant has complained of a mould and damp problem, what do I do next?

Mould and damp are repeat offenders in tenancy disputes. If left unattended, mould can wreak havoc in homes, causing wooden...

#AskTDS The Problem with Serving Prescribed Information Too Early

As a landlord or letting agent, there’s a time-critical checklist you need to follow when dealing with tenancy deposits. From...

#AskTDS: I’m considering renting to tenants with a pet, what do I need to know?

A recent spike in demand for pets, as a result of lockdown, has meant that more landlords and agents are...

#AskTDS: How Should I Handle End of Tenancy Issues with Student Lets?

As landlords and students look ahead to returning to in-person teaching at university in the coming weeks, landlords are continuing...