Articles by Sandy Bastin

A Case of Rent Arrears

Whilst most tenancies run smoothly, some will result in deposit disputes, causing unforeseen costs, worries and delays. Dispute over cleaning are among the most common. Here Sandy Bastin of TDS reveals what to do to protect yourself.

How to Prevent Cleaning Disputes at the end of Tenancy

Whilst most tenancies do run smoothly, some will unfortunately result in deposit disputes, causing landlords unforeseen costs, worries and delays. Fortunately, being aware of the common causes of deposit disputes can help landlords avoid common pitfalls. Sandy Bastin of NRLA partner TDS explains more.

TDS poll highlights confusion surrounding responsibilities of garden maintenance within the PRS

Spring has sprung and it's time to turn your attention towards better weather, lighter evenings, and hope for a warmer season. This is the time of year when many landlords start to make their gardens more attractive in order to attract potential tenants, or spruce up the outdoors after the long winter months. Snady Bastin, Head of Adjudication at NRLA partners TDS explains what landlords need to know.

Blog: Damaged mattresses: Whose responsibility are they at the end of a tenancy?

There's a frequent, albeit slightly unpleasant, question that landlords commonly ask at the end of tenancy: 'Whose responsibility is a damaged mattress and what's considered fair wear and tear or damage?' In this blog the team at TDS tells you all you need to know.

Blog: Best Practice for Landlords

Head of TDS Adjudication Services Sandy Bastin on what you need to to maintain a successful tenancy.

How to present your case to an adjudicator: TDS tips should you end up in a deposit dispute

TDS: The Adjudication Digest

Winter warming tips to keep your property protected throughout the season

Head of TDS Adjudication Services, Sandy Bastin, shares some key pieces of advice when it comes to keeping properties protected, throughout the season.

Mid tenancy solutions: How to prevent issues threatening the continuation of a tenancy

Dishing the Dirt on Deposit Disputes in Lettings

Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) has revealed the dirtiest room of the house at the end of tenancy according to landlords throughout the UK. In this month's article, TDS shares the results of the poll and the latest insights from the Statistical Briefing, with some real-life case studies to help landlords avoid the same greasy issues