TDS Blog For Agents, Landlords & Tenants | Tenancy Deposit Scheme

#AskTDS: "My tenant hasn't signed the Prescribed Information - does that affect my deposit protection status?"

This article has been written in response to a landlord’s query: “Tenant hasn’t signed the Prescribed Information – does that...

#AskTDS: "Does a tenant need to pay to raise a dispute?"

This article has been written in response to a tenant’s query: “Does a tenant need to pay to raise a...

Tessa's Tenancy Tips: Dealing with Sharers

Most rented properties are lived in by more than one person. What is the best way to deal with this? There...

#AskTDS: Can I claim from a tenant's deposit if I didn't provide an inventory?

The Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) is a government-approved scheme for the protection of tenancy deposits; we offer both insured protection...

Ask TDS: "Does the deposit need to be re-protected when the tenancy turns periodic?"

The Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) is a government approved scheme for the protection of tenancy deposits; we offer both insured...

Tessa's Tenancy Tips: Right to Rent

In February 2016, a new burden was imposed on landlords and letting agents. They effectively became part of the immigration...

Ask TDS: "If one tenant moves out, what happens to the shared deposit?"

The Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) is a government approved a scheme for the protection of tenancy deposits; we offer both...

Ask TDS: "How does deposit protection work when there are joint and severally liable tenants?"

The Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) is a government approved scheme for the protection of tenancy deposits; we offer both insured...

Ask TDS: "If I pay my deposit early, when should I receive the prescribed information?"

The Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) is a government approved scheme for the protection of tenancy deposits; we offer both insured...

Ask TDS: "Is it reasonable for my landlord to claim money from my deposit without a cost breakdown?"

The Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) is a government approved scheme for the protection of tenancy deposits; we offer both insured...

Tessa's Tenancy Tips: Protecting the tenancy deposit

Tenancy Deposit Protection recently celebrated its 10th Anniversary; however despite this there are still some landlords who are unaware of...

Legislation meaningless without enforcement

A leading property expert has called for stronger enforcement and streamlining of legislation in the private rental sector. Kate Faulkner, founder...

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