Deposits guides for UK landlords
Taking, protecting, deducting and returning tenancy deposits.
Tenancy deposit protection explained
Landlords across the UK must protect tenant deposits in government-approved schemes, serving prescribed information within strict deadlines to avoid significant penalties. This guide details regional requirements and bes
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Deposit deductions: what you can and cannot claim
Deposit schemes expect deductions to reflect genuine loss beyond fair wear and tear, evidenced by dated photos and receipts.
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Deposit protection timescales and penalties for landlords
Landlords in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland must protect tenancy deposits in an approved scheme within strict timescales and provide specific information to tenants. Failing to do so can result in signifi
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Holding deposits: rules and common landlord mistakes
A holding deposit reserves a property while referencing takes place, but it is tightly regulated and easy to get wrong.
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