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How do I value my property?

How do I value my property?

I've rented a property but can't afford the rent. Can I rent out a room?

I've rented a property but can't afford the rent. Can I rent out a room?

I've bought an apartment and the landlord wants to increase the service charge; do I have any recourse?

I've bought an apartment and the landlord wants to increase the service charge; do I have any recourse?

I'm at the end of my tenancy and I'd like to stay on - can i renegotiate

I'm at the end of my tenancy and I'd like to stay on - can i renegotiate

I found someone who wants to buy my property do i still need to pay the estate agent?

I found someone who wants to buy my property do i still need to pay the estate agent?

I've Lost My Job And Wont Be Able To Make This Months Rent

I've Lost My Job And Wont Be Able To Make This Months Rent

I've exchanged contracts but I have to pull out. What happens?

I've exchanged contracts but I have to pull out. What happens?

Can you explain the different types of Estate Agency contracts

Can you explain the different types of Estate Agency contracts

Do I have recourse if the landlord won't repair problems in my rented property

Do I have recourse if the landlord won't repair problems in my rented property

I've just bought a house which is still under it's 10 yr new build warranty; can i still claim under it?

I've just bought a house which is still under it's 10 yr new build warranty; can i still claim under it?

On completion day, what time can i pick up the keys?

On completion day, what time can i pick up the keys?

My landlord wants to increase my rent. Is there a limit to how much it can be increased by?

My landlord wants to increase my rent. Is there a limit to how much it can be increased by?

I rented my property when I was single. My partner wants to move in now; are there any issues?

I rented my property when I was single. My partner wants to move in now; are there any issues?

What are my landlord's or letting agent's rights to enter my rented property?

What are my landlord's or letting agent's rights to enter my rented property?
Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS)

On 6th April 2007 national legislation came in to effect regarding residential Tenancy Deposits and the way they are to be handled. Three approved schemes were launched: the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS), the Deposit Protection Scheme (The DPS) & Tenancy Deposit Solutions Ltd (TDSL). It became mandatory that, if you secure a Tenancy Deposit after this date, then it must be registered with one of these schemes. Heavy penalties have been put in place to ensure that Landlords and Agents adhere to this.

Detailed guidelines have also been introduced regarding deductions. Any Landlord or Agent wishing to make deductions at the end of a tenancy must provide an exact list of what is being deducted, why and proof that this was the tenants’ fault.

It has therefore become a strong recommendation, but not yet a legal requirement, that all Landlords obtain a professional inventory before any tenancy is allowed to commence. Timelines have also been set for the return of deposits.

Where an agreement regarding deductions cannot be reached an ICE, or Independent Case Examiner, must be involved. They will examine the case from both sides, reviewing any evidence available, and will rule on this basis. Their decision is final and must be adhered to by both parties.

base are proud to be members of the TDS and were entitled to join as regulated agents. As a result, since 6th April, we have been asked to retain most of the Tenancy Deposits by our Landlords which is a service we offer free of charge. We will take care of all applicable paperwork and will register the deposit supplying both Tenants and Landlords with a Certificate of Registration once complete. base must point out that, as a condition of TDS, the deposit must remain with base, in its designated Tenancy Deposit Account, for the duration of the tenancy.

For further information regarding TDS and how base can help contact our lettings & management team.

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