The start of the tenancy can be a stressful time as you get everything in order for your new tenant(s) moving in. Failure to have all your ducks in a row at this stage could result in an even more stress inducing experience when the tenancy ends, particularly if you find yourself in a dispute …
Read more >Newer tenants who are moving into a rented property for the first time will be handling a lot of things they might never have had to before, like communications with a landlord, or paying a deposit. Some new tenants may have a few queries when it comes to a deposit, including why it is necessary, …
Read more >The main obligation of the Tenancy Deposit Schemes (Scotland) Regulations 2011 (2011 Regulations) is fairly simple; landlords must lodge any deposit received with an approved scheme within 30 working days. Yet despite the Regulations being in force for over 15 years, landlords continue to fall foul of the requirements, often leading to litigation in the First-tier (FTT) and Upper Tribunal. …
Read more >Whether you are a landlord, letting agent or tenant, there are several important timeframes to be aware of when it comes to tenancy deposits in Scotland. Some are set out in legislation, while others relate to the way deposits are repaid or disputes are handled at the end of a tenancy. Protecting the deposit on …
Read more >When it comes to keeping the property in good condition and avoiding claims against the deposit, each room will have its own set of considerations. A good inventory will be organised room by room, so if you are a tenant, it is useful to refer to the check-in report and go through each room before …
Read more >Landlords in Scotland who take a deposit from their tenant(s) are required by law to protect the deposit with a government-approved tenancy deposit scheme, but that is if they choose to take a deposit. They do not have to take one. There are some instances where the landlords may opt not to take a deposit, …
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