Jargon Buster
Understand property related jargon.
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Tenancy
The temporary occupation of a property by a tenant.
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Tenancy Agreement
A legal agreement designed to protect the rights of the landlord and the tenant setting out all Terms and Conditions of the rental arrangements.
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Tenancy Deposit Protection Scheme (TDPS)
All deposits being paid by a tenant for an Assured Shorthold Tenancy must be registered with a recognised deposit protection scheme within 14 days.
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Tenant
An individual, group of individuals (up to four) or company who holds or possesses property for a time, in return for the payment of rent.
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Terraced house
A property that forms part of a connected row of houses.
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The Property Ombudsman (TPO)
The Property Ombudsman (TPO) is a free, fair and independent arbitration service which provides sellers, buyers, landlords and tenants with an assurance that they will receive the highest level of customer service.
