Articles by Sandy Bastin

Industry news, legislation updates, and practical guidance from the NRLA

Sandy Bastin is a qualified solicitor with many years’ experience practising and specialising in real estate, Sandy joined Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) in 2008 and is now Director of Resolution at TDS Adjudication Services. Sandy is responsible for recruiting and training TDS adjudicators, providing continued support and mentoring to include quality assurance activity to ensure the high standards expected from TDS adjudication decisions are met.

What the Renters' Rights Act means for deposit protection

Partners and Suppliers Sandy Bastin 29/06/2026

Student lets: What every landlord needs to know about end of tenancy in student properties

Partners and Suppliers Sandy Bastin 08/06/2026

When tenants make changes or improve the property, who owns the upgrade?

Partners and Suppliers Sandy Bastin 01/06/2026

Can landlords claim for garden damage from the deposit?

Partners and Suppliers Sandy Bastin 28/04/2026

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

Partners and Suppliers Sandy Bastin 20/04/2026

What evidence do landlords need to justify redecoration costs at the end of a tenancy?

Partners and Suppliers Sandy Bastin 16/02/2026

10 deposit protection DOs and DON’Ts every landlord should know in 2026

Partners and Suppliers Sandy Bastin 02/02/2026

What 2025 taught us about deposit disputes: Lessons from the Tenancy Deposit Scheme adjudication team

Partners and Suppliers Sandy Bastin 22/12/2025

Avoiding winter woes! How seasonal maintenance can save you from a deposit dispute

Partners and Suppliers Sandy Bastin 01/12/2025

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