# Latest **URL:** https://community.openrent.co.uk/latest.md?page=1 [Latest](https://community.openrent.co.uk/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.openrent.co.uk/categories.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Tenant Move Out](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/tenant-move-out/91914)
**Author:** [@Nicola16](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Nicola16)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [27 October 2026 13:39 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/tenant-move-out/91914 "2026-10-27T13:39:36Z")
So my tenant has finally agreed to move out and we are about to sign a deed of surrender. I live in the US she lives, obviously in the UK and she is requesting express DHL delivery due to the fact that she needs it by No… --- ## [End of Tenancy Outdoor Bins](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/end-of-tenancy-outdoor-bins/91192)
**Author:** [@Thomas66](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Thomas66)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [27 October 2026 09:28 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/end-of-tenancy-outdoor-bins/91192 "2026-10-27T09:28:39Z")
We are moving out of our rental property before the next scheduled bin collection. Our landlady has asked us to take all remaining waste from the bins to the tip before the tenancy ends. The bins contain normal househol… --- ## [Water damage to flat below](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/water-damage-to-flat-below/91834)
**Author:** [@Fiona44](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Fiona44)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [26 October 2026 11:34 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/water-damage-to-flat-below/91834 "2026-10-26T11:34:02Z")
Last year there was some water from my flat’s bathroom to the flat below. I thought this was due to the floor fitter not sealing the lino down, got this sorted and heard no more about it. Wind on a year and it seems th… --- ## [Property listing paused issue](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/property-listing-paused-issue/91901)
**Author:** [@Chris149](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Chris149)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [26 October 2026 11:29 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/property-listing-paused-issue/91901 "2026-10-26T11:29:27Z")
I have a property listing that initially got 90+ listings, we took some viewings and managed to get a tenant. Unfortunately 10 days before they were due to move in the new tenants pulled out. We have now relisted (nearl… --- ## [Substantial Savings, Never Missed Rent, Established Business – Yet Struggling to Rent a Family Home](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/substantial-savings-never-missed-rent-established-business-yet-struggling-to-rent-a-family-home/91846)
**Author:** [@Abimbola3](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Abimbola3)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [26 October 2026 07:46 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/substantial-savings-never-missed-rent-established-business-yet-struggling-to-rent-a-family-home/91846 "2026-10-26T07:46:13Z")
Hi everyone, I’m hoping to get some advice from landlords, letting agents or anyone who has experienced a similar situation. I’m currently searching for a long-term rental property for my family, with a budget of appro… --- ## [Threat to our tenant](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/threat-to-our-tenant/91855)
**Author:** [@Janis1](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Janis1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [24 October 2026 19:11 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/threat-to-our-tenant/91855 "2026-10-24T19:11:37Z")
Just heard from a tenant that they have been threatened by another tenant​:weary\_face:. In 20 years of renting this is a first and of course we have to address it but any advice? An hmo in Scotland and both tenants been … --- ## [Handyman Services](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/handyman-services/91906)
**Author:** [@secbuffer426](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/secbuffer426)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [24 October 2026 14:34 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/handyman-services/91906 "2026-10-24T14:34:50Z")
What factors should you consider when choosing between different handyman services before making a booking? --- ## [Rent undervalued by agent](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/rent-undervalued-by-agent/91419)
**Author:** [@Dermot1](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Dermot1)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [24 October 2026 11:55 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/rent-undervalued-by-agent/91419 "2026-10-24T11:55:47Z")
Hi, Probably an odd one. Our agent recommended we advertise our flat in SE London at £1600 per month. Today we are interviewing tenants at that price and she has just emailed to say that she visited the flat yesterday a… --- ## [Swapping tenants under Renters Right](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/swapping-tenants-under-renters-right/91865)
**Author:** [@Benjamin19](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Benjamin19)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [23 October 2026 14:43 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/swapping-tenants-under-renters-right/91865 "2026-10-23T14:43:50Z")
Hi all, I’m looking for some advice as a landlord. I am currently renting to two tenants under a joint contract. They have been renting with me for over a year now. And one of them wants to leave and find a replacement.… --- ## [Selective license Islington](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/selective-license-islington/91820)
**Author:** [@Elisa2](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Elisa2)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [23 October 2026 13:41 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/selective-license-islington/91820 "2026-10-23T13:41:39Z")
Could anyone recommend a London-based company that helps with applying for a selective council license? --- ## [Amended possession order](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/amended-possession-order/90860)
**Author:** [@Faisal10](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Faisal10)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [23 October 2026 12:29 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/amended-possession-order/90860 "2026-10-23T12:29:08Z")
Hi everyone, I’m hoping someone can give me clarity because I’m stuck in a very frustrating situation. I received a County Court Possession Order on 12 June. However, the Court Clerk accidentally missed off the request… --- ## [Tenant reference please help](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/tenant-reference-please-help/91827)
**Author:** [@Martha11](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Martha11)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [23 October 2026 12:07 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/tenant-reference-please-help/91827 "2026-10-23T12:07:46Z")
Dear all , please assist I have a tenant who has stayed at the property for almost 2 years, one day I got a email from open rent that I should provide a reference as the tenant wants to move to another town. Do I give … --- ## [Tenant wand to redecorate with wall panelling](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/tenant-wand-to-redecorate-with-wall-panelling/91895)
**Author:** [@Lara3](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Lara3)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [23 October 2026 09:22 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/tenant-wand-to-redecorate-with-wall-panelling/91895 "2026-10-23T09:22:22Z")
My tenant moved in 3 months ago, and she is asking to redecorate the house. What is legally permissible?. My fear is that she opted for zero deposit, and now she has money to redecorate. Thanks for your advice --- ## [Joint Tenants question](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/joint-tenants-question/91856)
**Author:** [@John243](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/John243)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [22 October 2026 15:57 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/joint-tenants-question/91856 "2026-10-22T15:57:58Z")
Morning all. I rented my property to a couple over 2 years ago. One of them left a year ago due to a breakdown in the relationship. They told me they were leaving but didn’t give me a valid notice to quit or any written… --- ## [No contact re epc](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/no-contact-re-epc/91888)
**Author:** [@Julie85](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Julie85)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [22 October 2026 15:55 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/no-contact-re-epc/91888 "2026-10-22T15:55:42Z")
How do I contact other than their contact system I paid for an EPC and am still waiting for an appointment Twice I have been told I would be contacted within 24 hours --- ## [How to properly end a Joint Tenancy](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/how-to-properly-end-a-joint-tenancy/91886)
**Author:** [@Fathima](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Fathima)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [22 October 2026 15:25 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/how-to-properly-end-a-joint-tenancy/91886 "2026-10-22T15:25:18Z")
I’m renting a flat with another person and I decide to leave due to a conflict with the other flatmate giving the 2 months notice while my flatmate wants to stay, the agency informed me that 3 options were available: Y… --- ## [Unusually poor response to advert](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/unusually-poor-response-to-advert/91879)
**Author:** [@Nigel35](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Nigel35)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [22 October 2026 10:26 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/unusually-poor-response-to-advert/91879 "2026-10-22T10:26:20Z")
Been renting this house 30 years & it was usually taken very quickly. Now it’s freshly renovated but on the market 9 weeks with no suitable applicants. Most on benefits with insufficient income to afford while stronger o… --- ## [New landlord, tenant leaving in 2 months](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/new-landlord-tenant-leaving-in-2-months/91880)
**Author:** [@Niharika1](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Niharika1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [22 October 2026 09:05 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/new-landlord-tenant-leaving-in-2-months/91880 "2026-10-22T09:05:59Z")
Dear all We let out our flat in west London on 4th Sept. Tenant have given notice. So far have only got 3 enquiries, 2 viewings and one offer tgat is lower than the lowest market rental value. Her argument was that they… --- ## [Question for self managing landlords](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/question-for-self-managing-landlords/91843)
**Author:** [@alexgjones](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/alexgjones)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [23 October 2026 08:03 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/question-for-self-managing-landlords/91843 "2026-10-23T08:03:30Z")
Hi everyone, I’m based in West London and have a background in residential property sales. I’m currently researching an idea to help self-managing landlords with the hassle of arranging property repairs and dealing with… --- ## [Relisted after a last-minute drop-out—paid £99 OpenRent package but getting ZERO enquiries?](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/relisted-after-a-last-minute-drop-out-paid-99-openrent-package-but-getting-zero-enquiries/91874)
**Author:** [@Shravan\_Kumar1](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Shravan_Kumar1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [21 October 2026 12:10 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/relisted-after-a-last-minute-drop-out-paid-99-openrent-package-but-getting-zero-enquiries/91874 "2026-10-21T12:10:33Z")
Hi everyone, I’m looking for some advice or fresh eyes on a listing issue I’m experiencing. I recently listed my property on OpenRent using the £99 Ultimate Advertising package (so it’s live on Rightmove, Zoopla, etc.)… --- ## [Awaab's Law Explained: A Guide for Private Landlords](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/awaabs-law-explained-a-guide-for-private-landlords/91791)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [21 October 2026 09:48 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/awaabs-law-explained-a-guide-for-private-landlords/91791 "2026-10-21T09:48:13Z")
Originally published at: Awaab's Law Explained: A Guide for Private Landlords | OpenRent Landlord Hub Under the Renters’ Rights Act, the government plans to extend Awaab’s Law to the private rented sector, introducin… --- ## [Three-adult household with historic CCJs – how do we make our application work?](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/three-adult-household-with-historic-ccjs-how-do-we-make-our-application-work/91835)
**Author:** [@ami.sacred.soul](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/ami.sacred.soul)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [20 October 2026 11:42 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/three-adult-household-with-historic-ccjs-how-do-we-make-our-application-work/91835 "2026-10-20T11:42:06Z")
Hello lovelies, I’m hoping for some practical advice from landlords or tenants who understand non-standard applications. I’m looking for a home with my two adult children. Both are employed full-time, and I’m a self-em… --- ## [Section 8 help please](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/section-8-help-please/91842)
**Author:** [@John243](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/John243)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [20 October 2026 09:06 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/section-8-help-please/91842 "2026-10-20T09:06:02Z")
Morning. Hope everyone is doing well. I am planning to sell my house, so I am issuing Section 8 Form 3A. Could some kind soul help me out and put what I need to enter in 4.2 and 4.3 of the form please? I don’t want to … --- ## [Dumping old sofa](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/dumping-old-sofa/91826)
**Author:** [@Shelly](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Shelly)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [18 October 2026 19:11 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/dumping-old-sofa/91826 "2026-10-18T19:11:46Z")
Tenant asked if he could replace old sofa, I agreed but instead of removing old one, he had dumped it in the back hall blocking door. I’ve asked him to remove it asap, no response? --- ## [How to complain to open rent. They took my mobey yesterday and today paused my advert](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/how-to-complain-to-open-rent-they-took-my-mobey-yesterday-and-today-paused-my-advert/91672)
**Author:** [@Ursula3](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Ursula3)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [16 October 2026 20:48 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/how-to-complain-to-open-rent-they-took-my-mobey-yesterday-and-today-paused-my-advert/91672 "2026-10-16T20:48:40Z")
Hi I had my advert paused for a couple of month as I found what I thought a permanent tenant. It appears that they needed the room for a holiday time! And gave me notice. I have updated my advert and requested to make i… --- ## [Government Registration Scheme](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/government-registration-scheme/91699)
**Author:** [@Anita29](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Anita29)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [16 October 2026 14:34 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/government-registration-scheme/91699 "2026-10-16T14:34:41Z")
There seems to be conflicting guidance regarding uplifting EPC’s for a property on registration on the Government Scheme If the tenant has been in the property for some time and the EPC has ran out but there is no curre… --- ## [How to serve notice/end tenancy after Renters Rights Act in place](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/how-to-serve-notice-end-tenancy-after-renters-rights-act-in-place/91813)
**Author:** [@Anna74](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Anna74)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [16 October 2026 07:26 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/how-to-serve-notice-end-tenancy-after-renters-rights-act-in-place/91813 "2026-10-16T07:26:21Z")
I have a tenant that has had his circumstances change, therefore his plan to move by 1st November 2026 will now not go ahead. I do want him to leave as I recently got married and currently renting elsewhere to accommodat… --- ## [Referencing permissions](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/referencing-permissions/91822)
**Author:** [@Neha11](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Neha11)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [15 October 2026 20:16 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/referencing-permissions/91822 "2026-10-15T20:16:52Z")
Am I permitted to charge the prospective tennants the referencing charge? --- ## [Does 2 month notice by tenants apply to all AST](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/does-2-month-notice-by-tenants-apply-to-all-ast/91818)
**Author:** [@Amit18](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Amit18)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [15 October 2026 16:17 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/does-2-month-notice-by-tenants-apply-to-all-ast/91818 "2026-10-15T16:17:56Z")
As a landlord I signed a AST in Aug 2025 with 1 month notice period from tenants. Given Renters Right Act 2026 from June, does the tenant need to serve me 1 month notice or 2 month notice to terminate tenancy. --- ## [Completing the Verification process](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/completing-the-verification-process/91757)
**Author:** [@Dennis9](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Dennis9)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [15 October 2026 16:09 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/completing-the-verification-process/91757 "2026-10-15T16:09:28Z")
How the can the process of verification be completed? If the upload button does not allow to upload a photo of the documents or leave yourself? I’ve paid £10 and I’m not able to complete the process. [Previous page](https://community.openrent.co.uk/latest.md) [Next page](https://community.openrent.co.uk/latest.md?page=2)