# General Chat **URL:** https://community.openrent.co.uk/c/general-chat/11.md [Latest](https://community.openrent.co.uk/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.openrent.co.uk/categories.md) --- ## [About the General Chat category](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/about-the-general-chat-category/54)
**Author:** [@Daz](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Daz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [8 September 2020 08:20 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/about-the-general-chat-category/54 "2020-09-08T08:20:49Z")
Introduce yourself to the forum! You can chat about anything you like that’s not to do with OpenRent. --- ## [References and credit score](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/references-and-credit-score/91469)
**Author:** [@Wayne23](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Wayne23)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [25 September 2026 13:58 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/references-and-credit-score/91469 "2026-09-25T13:58:07Z")
So! I’ve lived and worked abroad for the last 20 years, owned my properties so no references for renting and because I’ve lived abroad, I have no credit score in the UK! I’m in full time employment, single, no pets and… --- ## [How do landlords find reliable tradesmen for tenant repairs?](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/how-do-landlords-find-reliable-tradesmen-for-tenant-repairs/91578)
**Author:** [@secbuffer426](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/secbuffer426)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [22 September 2026 20:33 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/how-do-landlords-find-reliable-tradesmen-for-tenant-repairs/91578 "2026-09-22T20:33:33Z")
Hi all, I’m interested to know how other landlords deal with finding reliable tradesmen when a tenant reports a repair. I’ve found that getting someone who is available, reasonably priced and reliable can sometimes be … --- ## [Looking for short term rent](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/looking-for-short-term-rent/91555)
**Author:** [@amsterden0705](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/amsterden0705)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [20 September 2026 13:13 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/looking-for-short-term-rent/91555 "2026-09-20T13:13:51Z")
Good morning We are looking for a place to stay for 2 to 4 months, starting next month. This because we need to bridge the gap between two homes and working in Warrington. Is there anyone out there able to help us out … --- ## [Wrong date of birth during verification](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/wrong-date-of-birth-during-verification/91542)
**Author:** [@Paul\_Michael](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Paul_Michael)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [18 September 2026 15:33 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/wrong-date-of-birth-during-verification/91542 "2026-09-18T15:33:18Z")
Hi, on my verification it has entered the wrong date of birth,can you please help --- ## [House to rent asap](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/house-to-rent-asap/91528)
**Author:** [@Muntean](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Muntean)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [15 September 2026 20:42 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/house-to-rent-asap/91528 "2026-09-15T20:42:47Z")
Looking for a house 2/3 bedroom to rent northfleet gravesend as soon as possible --- ## [Im looking for a room in Caterham who takes home bond](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/im-looking-for-a-room-in-caterham-who-takes-home-bond/91475)
**Author:** [@Neil51](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Neil51)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [15 September 2026 08:11 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/im-looking-for-a-room-in-caterham-who-takes-home-bond/91475 "2026-09-15T08:11:31Z")
I’m gonna be homeless on the 16th I’m looking for a room up to 950 month furnished all bills included I’m clean tidy respectful person who is quiet --- ## [Rent & Deposit return](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/rent-deposit-return/90859)
**Author:** [@Aimee13](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Aimee13)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [14 September 2026 16:54 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/rent-deposit-return/90859 "2026-09-14T16:54:54Z")
Hi, I rented a flat which started on the 1st of July I paid the holding deposit, one months rent and one month’s deposit. My current situation is that I am leaving my home because of domestic abuse so I just need to add … --- ## [Fixed term standard occupation contract for a term of less than seven years](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/fixed-term-standard-occupation-contract-for-a-term-of-less-than-seven-years/91452)
**Author:** [@Tim48](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Tim48)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [9 September 2026 19:55 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/fixed-term-standard-occupation-contract-for-a-term-of-less-than-seven-years/91452 "2026-09-09T19:55:15Z")
Can i give notice on this type of contract --- ## [How do i correctly price my home for rent?](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/how-do-i-correctly-price-my-home-for-rent/91368)
**Author:** [@graham.boulton](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/graham.boulton)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [1 September 2026 14:11 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/how-do-i-correctly-price-my-home-for-rent/91368 "2026-09-01T14:11:16Z")
Hi Please can anyone offer any help and advice on how to correctly price my home for rent? --- ## [Moving with my daughter](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/moving-with-my-daughter/91351)
**Author:** [@Honey\_And\_Daughter\_E](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Honey_And_Daughter_E)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [31 August 2026 00:48 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/moving-with-my-daughter/91351 "2026-08-31T00:48:50Z")
Im living in kent with my 12 year old daughter im in an abusive relationship but looking on open rent to move down to Sussex im trying to do this with out anyone knowing it will course alot for me but I dont have a guara… --- ## [Help required please (west sussex)](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/help-required-please-west-sussex/91302)
**Author:** [@Holly28](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Holly28)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [28 August 2026 11:24 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/help-required-please-west-sussex/91302 "2026-08-28T11:24:18Z")
Hello I currently rent in Lancing. Very long story short-moved from Shoreham as fled an abusive marraige. Started from scratch. Im 3 years in and simply struggling to keep up with the rent. Because im seen paying the re… --- ## ["How to Rent" guide](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/how-to-rent-guide/91300)
**Author:** [@Colleen8](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Colleen8)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [25 August 2026 18:37 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/how-to-rent-guide/91300 "2026-08-25T18:37:51Z")
Do Landlords still have to issue new tenants with the “How to Rent” guide now that the RRA is in force? --- ## [Property Needed asap](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/property-needed-asap/91265)
**Author:** [@Laura112](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Laura112)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [22 August 2026 07:17 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/property-needed-asap/91265 "2026-08-22T07:17:35Z")
Hello, I need a 4 bed property for myself and my 4 children to rent from the end of October. Fareham, Portchester area please. Up to £2-2500. Must accept UC please. 2 cats and 1 small dog, well behaved. --- ## [Looking for urgent help (north east England)](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/looking-for-urgent-help-north-east-england/90546)
**Author:** [@Kayleigh16](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Kayleigh16)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [13 August 2026 15:30 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/looking-for-urgent-help-north-east-england/90546 "2026-08-13T15:30:41Z")
Hi im just wondering if there is possibly any help at all out there,this really is my last option Iv tried everything, we are a family of 4 who have been living in our home in Durham for 11 years,x due too a very serious… --- ## [Rightmove prof of ownership](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/rightmove-prof-of-ownership/91094)
**Author:** [@V116](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/V116)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [5 August 2026 06:43 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/rightmove-prof-of-ownership/91094 "2026-08-05T06:43:24Z")
what proof of ownership do you need to advertise on rightmove --- ## [Scam Property & Hung up on](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/scam-property-hung-up-on/91070)
**Author:** [@l\_j\_m](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/l_j_m)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [4 August 2026 13:49 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/scam-property-hung-up-on/91070 "2026-08-04T13:49:33Z")
Hi I am trying to find a number or email address to make a complaint. You have a scam property using your platform and posted on Zoopla. I would like to flag and find out what information of mine you have shared with … --- ## [DSS & RGS accepted - Reading properties](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/dss-rgs-accepted-reading-properties/90884)
**Author:** [@Hayley32](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Hayley32)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [27 July 2026 23:20 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/dss-rgs-accepted-reading-properties/90884 "2026-07-27T23:20:17Z")
Hi - how can I filter my search for DSS - RGS applications? I’m a good tenant, have referrals but can’t provide salary or guarantor req’s right now. Any suggestions? . looking for a place in Reading the Council is… --- ## [Reference process quite demanding](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/reference-process-quite-demanding/90735)
**Author:** [@Vijay14](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Vijay14)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [21 July 2026 18:59 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/reference-process-quite-demanding/90735 "2026-07-21T18:59:14Z")
My UK guarantor is finding the reference process quite demanding. He’s mentioned that he’s never been asked to provide details such as his salary and bank account information for previous tenancy references. Has the Open… --- ## [2 bed property in Redhill / Reigate area. Thank you](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/2-bed-property-in-redhill-reigate-area-thank-you/90727)
**Author:** [@Livia2](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Livia2)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [21 July 2026 10:46 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/2-bed-property-in-redhill-reigate-area-thank-you/90727 "2026-07-21T10:46:11Z")
Hi, I am currently in rented having to move by October, I am ready to go so can move relatively quickly Looking for 2 bedroom property to rent long term in Redhill / Reigate area. I am working full time, will look afte… --- ## [Any recommendations?](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/any-recommendations/90688)
**Author:** [@Sona](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Sona)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [20 July 2026 11:16 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/any-recommendations/90688 "2026-07-20T11:16:57Z")
I am looking for someone experienced to manage my properties . Not a full time job . Advertising on open rent , viewings , rent reviews, answer tenants calls , repair , keep regulations up to date etc . Apx 12 tenants . … --- ## [Where are openrent's reviews?](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/where-are-openrents-reviews/90542)
**Author:** [@Naomi26](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Naomi26)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [10 July 2026 16:56 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/where-are-openrents-reviews/90542 "2026-07-10T16:56:05Z")
Am I doing the right thing go thru this site, where’s the support if nightmare tenants get in/don’t pay Estate agent renting charges are extortionate grrrr. --- ## [£99 fee charged for RE-LISTING a property on OpenRent](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/99-fee-charged-for-re-listing-a-property-on-openrent/90569)
**Author:** [@Brian40](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Brian40)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [9 July 2026 23:51 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/99-fee-charged-for-re-listing-a-property-on-openrent/90569 "2026-07-09T23:51:59Z")
Has anyone been charged £99 for relisting a property on openrent instead of £29 for starting a fresh advert..? Was not given any other option to choose at time!! --- ## [Help no comms & tenant in arrears](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/help-no-comms-tenant-in-arrears/90476)
**Author:** [@Michele7](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Michele7)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [3 July 2026 15:43 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/help-no-comms-tenant-in-arrears/90476 "2026-07-03T15:43:38Z")
Hello, my tenant from open rent is 2 months in arrears. He has stopped communicating with me, i feel like killing him im so stressed , but we landlords have to suck up this abuse. Ive posted an arrears letter, we have to… --- ## [New rental requirement Gtr Manchester](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/new-rental-requirement-gtr-manchester/90349)
**Author:** [@Mark176](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Mark176)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [28 June 2026 10:51 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/new-rental-requirement-gtr-manchester/90349 "2026-06-28T10:51:40Z")
Hi All, I’m completely new to renting and my situation has required me to get a rented property urgently. I dont have much spare collateral as Im paying a mortgage but would like to get a good low value deal ASAP … I’m … --- ## [Rent a house from oversea](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/rent-a-house-from-oversea/90326)
**Author:** [@ravelchan](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/ravelchan)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [26 June 2026 15:08 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/rent-a-house-from-oversea/90326 "2026-06-26T15:08:44Z")
I’m looking for a house for 3 members family and one parrot, but I haven’t UK phone number yet, what can I do? I would like to plan everything well before I arrive at UK.:slightly\_smiling\_face: This is my Email: ravelch… --- ## [My landlord wants me to pay open rents fee](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/my-landlord-wants-me-to-pay-open-rents-fee/90024)
**Author:** [@Katarzyna15](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Katarzyna15)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [16 June 2026 09:52 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/my-landlord-wants-me-to-pay-open-rents-fee/90024 "2026-06-16T09:52:07Z")
My landlord advised that open rent will chart him extra fee. He said that do to this I have 2 options: pay rent as normal to his account or pay extra £10 a month to keep paying via open rent. I live 2 months at this prop… --- ## [Market conditions & inclusions advice please!](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/market-conditions-inclusions-advice-please/90043)
**Author:** [@Kevin66](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Kevin66)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [14 June 2026 10:54 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/market-conditions-inclusions-advice-please/90043 "2026-06-14T10:54:16Z")
Market appears to be a bit slow in the middle of the month, is this typical / something other Landlords are experiencing at the moment? My add requests tenants share the Gas & Electric bill\*, all other costs viz Broadban… --- ## [C2 properties in Tower Hamlets London area](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/c2-properties-in-tower-hamlets-london-area/90023)
**Author:** [@Hema](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Hema)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [12 June 2026 15:28 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/c2-properties-in-tower-hamlets-london-area/90023 "2026-06-12T15:28:12Z")
Hi Looking for C2 properties in the Tower Hamlets upto West Ham area in London. Minimum 3 bedrooms to 8 bedrooms --- ## [C2-Use Property Wanted](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/c2-use-property-wanted/88130)
**Author:** [@Rachel87](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Rachel87)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [10 June 2026 12:45 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/c2-use-property-wanted/88130 "2026-06-10T12:45:11Z")
Hi all, I am seeking a C2-Use Property, or a landlord that is willing to provide a property for a Residential Children’s Home. I am seeking a 4-6 bed home, spacious garden, driveway or lots of available parking. Long-t… [Next page](https://community.openrent.co.uk/c/general-chat/11.md?page=1)