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What the English Housing Survey reveals to landlords about property standards and avoiding deposit disputes

What the English Housing Survey reveals to landlords about property standards and avoiding deposit disputes

As we come out of winter, property condition issues become more obvious; damp patches appear, mould is more visible, and general wear and tear after months of colder weather can come to light. Drawing on the latest English Housing Survey findings, TDS looks at what the data tells us about housing condition, and how landlords can use these insights to prevent deposit disputes and complaints before they escalate.

Renters’ Rights FAQs – Getting ready for new tenancies

Renters’ Rights FAQs – Getting ready for new tenancies

With the Renters’ Rights Act abolishing the fixed term, from 1st May, Assured Periodic Tenancies (APTs) will become the new norm. With this in mind, the latest in our series of exclusive member webinars focussed on how to prepare for the upcoming changes when it comes to setting up new tenancies. We share some of your frequently asked questions.

Two-week Right to Rent consultation launched

Two-week Right to Rent consultation launched

Renters’ Rights - are you ready?

Renters’ Rights - are you ready?

No to rent controls: Government cites ‘international evidence’ to back stance

No to rent controls: Government cites ‘international evidence’ to back stance

Councils given millions for new beefed-up powers to tackle rogue landlords

Councils given millions for new beefed-up powers to tackle rogue landlords

Making Tax Digital is Live! Have you signed up?

Making Tax Digital is Live! Have you signed up?

Buy-to-let market update: April 2026

Buy-to-let market update: April 2026

Landlord furniture trends from LOFT

Landlord furniture trends from LOFT

The rising threat of property fraud in 2026

The rising threat of property fraud in 2026

Good kitchen planning

Good kitchen planning

After the sale: Where landlords are putting their money in 2026

After the sale: Where landlords are putting their money in 2026

Rent Controls: Plaid Cymru and the Greens unveil Manifestos

Rent Controls: Plaid Cymru and the Greens unveil Manifestos

Your Renters’ Rights checklist – three weeks to go

Your Renters’ Rights checklist – three weeks to go

Common reasons why landlords claim on rent guarantee insurance

Common reasons why landlords claim on rent guarantee insurance

Financial protection: the difference between tenancy deposits and insurance

Financial protection: the difference between tenancy deposits and insurance