Tenancy deposits, deductions and disputes
4 plain-English guides on tenancy deposits, deductions and disputes for England landlords, written for the Renters' Rights Act 2025 and updated for the law in force in 2026.
How Much Can a Landlord Charge as a Deposit in England? (5-Week Cap)
How much deposit a landlord can charge in England: the 5-week and 6-week caps under the Tenant Fees Act, with a worked example and the rules for 2026.
10 min read Tenancy deposits, deductions and disputesDeposit Return Letter Template for Landlords (England, 2026)
A ready-to-use deposit return letter template for England landlords, with the figures, deductions and deadlines you must include in 2026.
15 min read Tenancy deposits, deductions and disputesCustodial vs Insured Deposit Schemes: Which Should England Landlords Use?
Custodial vs insured deposit scheme compared for England landlords: how each works, the cost and cash-flow trade-offs, the rules, and which to choose.
12 min read Tenancy deposits, deductions and disputesTenancy Deposit Protection in England Explained (2026 Landlord Guide)
Tenancy deposit protection explained for England landlords in 2026: the schemes, the 30-day rule, prescribed information and the penalties for getting it wrong.
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