Articles by Sandy Bastin
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
Most tenancies run smoothly and any potential problems that arise during the contract can be quickly addressed between the tenant and landlord, often with the help of the letting agent. However, from time to time, issues can become more entrenched and jeopardise the continuation of the tenancy. In this month’s article, The Dispute Service looks at a real-life case study using the Tenancy Redress Service.
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
A Quick Guide to Tenancy Deposit Protection for New Landlords
Sandy Bastin of NRLA deposit partner TDS shares all you need to know about deposits when starting out on your buy-to-let journey.
Damp, condensation and mould in properties - what landlords need to know
A common issue faced by landlords, especially in cold, winter months is damp, mould and condensation damage to their properties. Landlords need to be aware of the difference, the causes, the likely responsibility of each and how best to deal with each when they arise, to avoid disputes at the end of a tenancy.
Blog: Pets and deposits - a landlord's guide
With more and more households taking on pets to help them through the pandemic, Sandy Bastin, Head of Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) Adjudication Services talks you through what you need to know when it comes to taking on tenants with pets - and what to do if things go wrong.
How to avoid gardening disputes
In the summer months, some tenants will be planning on spending time outdoors in the garden if the weather is good. In this article first published in our Residential Property Investor magazine, we take a closer look at the issue of gardening related disputes. Sandy Bastin, Head of TDS Adjudication Services at Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS), explains how to avoid being led down the garden path and come out of a gardening-related dispute smelling like roses.
Blog: Fair wear and tear - what landlords need to know
Every landlord expects a general level of deterioration in a property over time when renting to tenants. However, when it comes to assessing conditions at end of tenancy, what is considered fair wear and tear and when can you make a deposit deduction claim? In an exclusive blog Head of TDS Adjudication Services, Sandy Bastin explains.
