End of Tenancy
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At the end of the tenancy what is the situation regarding cleaning if the tenant never declared they had a dog
Read more: At the end of the tenancy what is the situation regarding cleaning if the tenant never declared they had a dogRegardless of whether the tenant has a pet or not, at the end of the tenancy the tenant agrees to clean to a good standard, the property, its fixtures and fittings and contents (if any), including the cleaning of any carpets, curtains (including net curtains), blankets, bedding, upholstery etc. which have become soiled, stained or marked during the tenancy. If the tenant has not had the property treated for parasites, such as fleas then the landlord will need to arrange and pay for this ahead of the property being occupied by a new occupier. As part of the Tenant Fees…
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What happens when my Section 21 notice expires?
Read more: What happens when my Section 21 notice expires?*** Effective 1st May 2026 Section 21 notices are no longer legal *** The terms of the notice are that you are required to leave the property after the date shown in the notice. If you do not leave, your landlord may apply to the court for an order under Section 21(1) or (4) of the Housing Act 1988 requiring you to give up possession. In serving a Section 21 notice the landlord is exercising his statutory right to end the tenancy. In doing so the landlord is not attempting to forfeit the lease and the tenant continues to be…
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The tenancy agreement does not give me the landlord the right to terminate the tenancy?
Read more: The tenancy agreement does not give me the landlord the right to terminate the tenancy?The landlord’s right to terminate the tenancy is governed by statute or some other action by landlord or tenant and not by any condition in the tenancy agreement. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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Do all tenants need to complete and sign a notice to quit?
Read more: Do all tenants need to complete and sign a notice to quit?No Further Reading Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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On the notice to quit what is the “Expiry date of Notice”?
Read more: On the notice to quit what is the “Expiry date of Notice”?The expiry date of notice can be either the first or last day of a period of the tenancy and which provides a notice period of at least one calendar month. For example, if your tenancy started on the 10th of a month, the expiry date of the notice can be either the 10th or 11th of the month. Further Reading Assured Shorthold Tenancy Tenants’ Notice to Quit – Is it valid? {Jungle Property Blog article} Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we…
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What are the timescales for using the DPS Statutory Declaration Process?
Read more: What are the timescales for using the DPS Statutory Declaration Process?Subject to the terms and conditions of the Deposit Protection Service (the DPS), The Statutory Declaration Process can be used is used if at least 14 Calendar Days have passed since the end of the Tenancy (i.e. the contractual end of the Tenancy or where notice has been given and has expired) and: If the other Party has failed to respond to the claiming Party’s written notice in relation to the distribution of the Deposit within 14 Calendar Days. In this case a copy of the written notice sent to the other Party must be attached. If a repayment claim…
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What are the timescales for claiming some or all of the deposit from a tenant?
Read more: What are the timescales for claiming some or all of the deposit from a tenant?There are many different scenarios, all covered by the Deposit Protection Service (the DPS) Terms and Conditions but in the most common scenarios, here are the timescales: When the DPS is notified of a dispute, they will contact both the Landlord and the Tenant, inviting both parties to submit their evidence in relation to the dispute. The Landlord and Tenant must ensure that the DPS are in receipt of their evidence within 14 calendar days of the DPS invitation being issued. If, within 14 calendar days of the invitation being issued by the DPS, the Landlord or Tenant fails to…
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Why have you not highlighted some of the damage and cleaning issues in the check-out report?
Read more: Why have you not highlighted some of the damage and cleaning issues in the check-out report?We only highlight those items we believe the tenant is reasonably liable for. We do not highlight anything described as ‘light’, ‘small’ or ‘minor’ or ‘slight’ or ‘FWT’ as it is likely to be considered fair wear and tear by an adjudicator or judge in the event of a dispute. Further Reading What is fair wear and tear and what is damage? {Jungle Property Blog article} The Importance of considering Fair Wear and Tear {Painsmith Solicitors Blog article} Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article…
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What are realistic reasons to withhold deposit on their departure?
Read more: What are realistic reasons to withhold deposit on their departure?Any claim for compensation against the Tenancy Deposit must be based on: The obligations of the tenant defined in the tenancy agreement The performance by the tenant of the obligations in the tenancy agreement Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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If there is dispute about what is being claimed with work that needs doing then we have the right to argue that?
Read more: If there is dispute about what is being claimed with work that needs doing then we have the right to argue that?Yes – If the landlord wants to claim compensation for anything, it must be reasonable and it would first be discussed with the tenant to try to reach an amicable agreement on whether compensation is due and if so what level of compensation. If the landlord and tenant cannot reach an agreement, the landlord can if they choose seek compensation through the (FREE) Deposit Protection Service (DPS) dispute resolution service (Alternative Dispute Resolution) or alternatively through the court system. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this…