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Wear and tear: What is fair?

Wear and tear: What is fair?

Understanding the difference between fair wear and tear and tenant-caused damage is one of the most common challenges landlords face at the end of a tenancy. It's a grey area that often leads to confusion and, if mishandled, can result in deposit disputes. As experts in deposit protection, we at mydeposits are here to provide clarity. This guide offers top tips to help you confidently assess what constitutes fair wear and tear, ensuring a fair process for both you and your tenants.

EPC shake up – answer the consultation now, before it’s too late

EPC shake up – answer the consultation now, before it’s too late

It’s just over two weeks until the Government consultation on changes to EPC ratings closes. NRLA chief product office and Safe2 founder James Kent explains what’s set to change, and why it is vital you have your say.

How to clean and maintain your gutters

How to clean and maintain your gutters

Less space, more living

Less space, more living

Your rental property’s boiler FAQs: Answered by a Gas Safe engineer

Your rental property’s boiler FAQs: Answered by a Gas Safe engineer

Supported living in the UK: Separating headlines from reality

Supported living in the UK: Separating headlines from reality

New to market – Building a property portfolio

New to market – Building a property portfolio

6 items landlords can use to cut costs and make rental properties energy efficient

6 items landlords can use to cut costs and make rental properties energy efficient

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

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

Buy-to-let market update: February 2026

Buy-to-let market update: February 2026

Rent in advance: Finding the right alternative

Rent in advance: Finding the right alternative

Boiler on the blink? A simple trick all landlords and tenants need to know

Boiler on the blink? A simple trick all landlords and tenants need to know

Property preparation essentials: A practical guide for homes that work all year round

Property preparation essentials: A practical guide for homes that work all year round

How to avoid damage to an empty property

How to avoid damage to an empty property

How landlords can prepare for financial changes in 2026

How landlords can prepare for financial changes in 2026

Selling under the Renters' Rights Act

Selling under the Renters' Rights Act