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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...

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...

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...

Ask TDS: Can I win a dispute by default?

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

How do I request a repair and what do I do if my landlord doesn’t respond?

Your landlord is usually responsible for carrying out major repairs to the property you’re renting. If you rent through a...

#AskTDS: Maintaining gardens in rented properties - what are your responsibilities as a tenant?

Gardening is one of the top 5 reasons for deposit disputes claimed by landlords using our TDS Custodial...

#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 – Should I pay my deposit before or after signing a tenancy agreement?

Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) is a Government approved scheme for the protection of tenancy deposits offering both Insured...

#AskTDS: How Can I Resolve My Rental Deposit Dispute Quickly?

In this week’s #AskTDS, we offer advice to landlords, letting agents and tenants on how to resolve a rental deposit...

#AskTDS: What are my rights as a student tenant?

This week, we answer a student tenancy deposit question from a tenant: For many students, university is the first time they have...

#AskTDS: I want a pet, but my landlord has concerns. How can I reassure my landlord?

In this week’s #AskTDS, one tenant asks how they can reassure their landlord that keeping a pet in their rented...

#AskTDS Why is my landlord switching to the TDS Custodial tenancy deposit protection scheme?

Whether you’re new to renting, beginning a new tenancy with a new landlord, or in an existing tenancy, it’s important to...