How to Be a Live-In Landlord: Rules, Rights and Managing Lodgers
Step-by-step advice for live-in landlords on licences, safety regulations, rent, and eviction. Keep your home and lodgers safe and happy.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
The official OpenRent Landlord Hub. Home to expert advice on contracts, tenants, deposits, evictions and so much more.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Joint and several liability is a key concept that every landlord needs to understand, especially when letting to multiple tenants. […] The post Joint Tenancy Guide: Understanding Joint and Several Liability appeared first on OpenRent Landlord Hub.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Step-by-step advice for live-in landlords on licences, safety regulations, rent, and eviction. Keep your home and lodgers safe and happy.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Serving a Section 13 notice is one of the ways landlords can increase rent under the Housing Act 1988. However, […] The post How to Increase the Rent by Serving a Section 13 Notice appeared first on OpenRent Landlord Hub.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Rules around rent in advance are set to change once the Renters’ Rights Bill becomes law. In short, the bill […] The post Rent in Advance Rules Under the Renters’ Rights Bill Explained appeared first on OpenRent Landlord Hub.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Leasehold law in England and Wales is undergoing some of the biggest reforms in decades – and if you’re a […] The post Understanding Leasehold Reforms in 2025 appeared first on OpenRent Landlord Hub.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
From leaks to limescale, learn how to tackle common boiler problems. Practical guidance from a Gas Safe engineer with 10+ years' experience.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Here's how to calculate pro rata rent. Use our calculator or the formula in this post to work out daily prorated rent.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
While there's no legal cap on how much a private landlord can increase rent, there are still things to consider before going through with it.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Manage summer turnover smoothly and handle deposit deductions fairly to avoid disputes, delays and unnecessary stress.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
What does freehold mean? Compare freehold, leasehold and commonhold ownership types to understand property rights and responsibilities.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Is subletting illegal in the UK? Find out what subletting involves and the legal implications for tenants and landlords.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Learn how the Renters' Rights Bill plans to bring a new Decent Homes Standard to the private rented sector.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Learn everything landlords need to know about the Tenant Fees Act 2019. Understand what fees you can charge and how to avoid penalties.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
What is rent arrears and how can landlords protect against it? Discover tips to reduce risk and handle missed payments with confidence.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Find out when Section 21 will be scrapped, if you can still serve one in 2025, and the final valid serving date under the Renters’ Rights Bill.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Find out what the EPC requirements are for landlords in 2024. Know what's needed to maintain compliance and avoid penalties.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
As long as you’re up to speed on guarantors and advance payments, renting to international students should be a piece of cake.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
A holding deposit reserves a property while the tenancy agreement is arranged, and a tenancy deposit protects against damages.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Landlord's guide to serving a valid Section 21 notice. Follow our checklist to ensure legal compliance and avoid costly mistakes.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Learn what an HMO is, how to convert your property, and what rules, costs, and returns to expect. A practical guide for UK landlords in 2025.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
A Section 8 notice is an eviction notice that allows landlords to terminate a tenancy before its official end date.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Work out the maximum tenancy deposit you can request from your new tenants as per the Tenant Fees Act 2019.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Learn all about the Renters' Rights Bill, its key changes for landlords, and when it will become law to help you prepare your properties.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
We have made some big improvements to how room listings work on OpenRent to make life easier for landlords managing shared homes or HMOs.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Discover your obligations when it comes to tenants with pets and understand the potential implications of the Renters' Rights Bill.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
Learn what an EICR is, how long it lasts, and why every landlord needs an electrical safety certificate for their rental property.| OpenRent Landlord Hub
