Managing a live-in rental arrangement just got simpler and more secure for everyone.
Landlords on OpenRent can now easily mark their listings as “live-in landlord” with a single click, making it clear to tenants what kind of arrangement they’re offering.
Even better, Lodger Agreements are fully integrated into Rent Now, so we can take care of the paperwork for you. This ensures landlords and lodgers have a clear, simple way to agree on terms and stay protected from day one.
Our fully compliant Lodger Agreements are available across England, Scotland, and Wales.
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How to get started
When creating a room listing, landlords can now toggle the “Live-in Landlord” option under the “Features” section (Image A). This will appear on the live listing, clearly showing applicants that the property is a live-in arrangement (Image B).
From there, you can leave the rest to us. Both landlords and lodgers can rely on our trusted Rent Now process, now updated to support Lodger Agreements.
From deposit collection and protection to a customised Lodger Agreement drafted specifically for your arrangement, Rent Now provides the essential tools needed to make live-in landlord rentals straightforward and legally sound.
Live-in arrangements come with their own rules and responsibilities for landlords, and protections for lodgers that differ from standard assured shorthold tenancies.
We handle Lodger Agreements in a way that reduces uncertainty and avoids confusion, ensuring both landlords and lodgers know exactly what to expect from day one.
Benefits of Lodger Agreements via Rent Now
Using Rent Now for lodger arrangements makes the process simple and secure for both landlords and lodgers.
For landlords, it provides:
- A customised Lodger Agreement drafted for you
- Agreements based on industry best practice
- Coverage of the latest elements of housing law
- The option to add Custom Clauses
- Full integration within Rent Now for ease of use
- Agreements stored online for safekeeping
- Digital Signatures for a smooth process
- A professional tenancy creation service from start to finish
For lodgers, it means:
- Confidence that they are renting from a professional and legitimate landlord
- Assurance that their rights are protected under a clear, legally sound agreement
- Transparency and clarity about the terms of their stay
Together, these features help reduce uncertainty and confusion, and create a smoother, safer renting experience for everyone involved.
OpenRent continues to make renting fairer, safer and cheaper, now with full support for live-in landlord arrangements.
