# Latest **URL:** https://community.openrent.co.uk/latest.md?page=2 [Latest](https://community.openrent.co.uk/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.openrent.co.uk/categories.md) **Page:** 3 --- ## [Making Tax Digital Software Options](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/making-tax-digital-software-options/91691)
**Author:** [@Chris35](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Chris35)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [15 October 2026 15:06 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/making-tax-digital-software-options/91691 "2026-10-15T15:06:25Z")
I just checked the HMRC guidelines for MTD and they have recommended 85 software solutions…! Really…! Can any landlord please recommend a free software system that is extremely simple to use and covers all the individua… --- ## [I did the "rent first" payment for the first week to boost my application but it was returned immediately and the chat was cancelled by the landlord! Has this come across as arrogant and ruined my chances?](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/i-did-the-rent-first-payment-for-the-first-week-to-boost-my-application-but-it-was-returned-immediately-and-the-chat-was-cancelled-by-the-landlord-has-this-come-across-as-arrogant-and-ruined-my-chances/90913)
**Author:** [@Terri3](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Terri3)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [15 October 2026 15:06 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/i-did-the-rent-first-payment-for-the-first-week-to-boost-my-application-but-it-was-returned-immediately-and-the-chat-was-cancelled-by-the-landlord-has-this-come-across-as-arrogant-and-ruined-my-chances/90913 "2026-10-15T15:06:20Z")
I went for a viewing today and absolutely loved the property so I completed the “rent now” application, to hopefully boost my chances, but it was returned instantly and the landlord replied that he “Hasn’t chosen an appl… --- ## [Care worker? How easy to do extra hours?](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/care-worker-how-easy-to-do-extra-hours/91806)
**Author:** [@head17592](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/head17592)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [15 October 2026 11:42 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/care-worker-how-easy-to-do-extra-hours/91806 "2026-10-15T11:42:20Z")
I’m trying to let a flat out and appreciate your thoughts about care workers. Usually I only rent to people with fixed salaries (I’m not much of risk taker), but two men (partners) have made an offer to rent my property.… --- ## [It's because of people like these that i have to live in a 2man tent, i would love to have a roof over my head but the rents are to expensive and I'm on benifits but i would make sure that the rent got paid straight to the landlord as he is the wner of t](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/its-because-of-people-like-these-that-i-have-to-live-in-a-2man-tent-i-would-love-to-have-a-roof-over-my-head-but-the-rents-are-to-expensive-and-im-on-benifits-but-i-would-make-sure-that-the-rent-got-paid-straight-to-the-landlord-as-he-is-the-wner-of-t/91814)
**Author:** [@Jay36](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Jay36)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [15 October 2026 11:41 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/its-because-of-people-like-these-that-i-have-to-live-in-a-2man-tent-i-would-love-to-have-a-roof-over-my-head-but-the-rents-are-to-expensive-and-im-on-benifits-but-i-would-make-sure-that-the-rent-got-paid-straight-to-the-landlord-as-he-is-the-wner-of-t/91814 "2026-10-15T11:41:01Z")
The landlord should receive the rent straight to his account the tenant should not receive it, because of people not paying there landlord it makes it harder for people like myself to get a private rented property that i… --- ## [Joint tenancy with my daughter](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/joint-tenancy-with-my-daughter/91767)
**Author:** [@William67](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/William67)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [14 October 2026 13:45 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/joint-tenancy-with-my-daughter/91767 "2026-10-14T13:45:25Z")
We are looking to move property and I live in a council house but looking towards the private sector My question is I am 75 year old and in the past had a couple of strokes 1 live with my daughter and carer who is 52 so… --- ## [Payment reference — council lump sum + personal payment](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/payment-reference-council-lump-sum-personal-payment/91794)
**Author:** [@Hannah77](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Hannah77)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [14 October 2026 06:56 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/payment-reference-council-lump-sum-personal-payment/91794 "2026-10-14T06:56:45Z")
Hello, My local council will be sending one single BACS payment covering 2 months’ rent, and I will also be sending one personal payment for the first month’s rent and deposit. Could you please confirm: Can the same Op… --- ## [After 2 month Notice can i continue the contract?](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/after-2-month-notice-can-i-continue-the-contract/91790)
**Author:** [@Mallikarjun1](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Mallikarjun1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [13 October 2026 15:25 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/after-2-month-notice-can-i-continue-the-contract/91790 "2026-10-13T15:25:34Z")
I serviced notice 2 months but i want to continue in same house Can i proceed ? if is there any option pls let me know --- ## [OpenRent Tenancy Agreement - Pet Damage Insurance](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/openrent-tenancy-agreement-pet-damage-insurance/91776)
**Author:** [@amanda1026](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/amanda1026)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [13 October 2026 14:19 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/openrent-tenancy-agreement-pet-damage-insurance/91776 "2026-10-13T14:19:17Z")
OpenRent’s sample tenancy agreement includes the following clause: “9.30. Not to keep a pet unless requested in accordance with Section 16A of the Housing Act 1988 and the Landlord has provided their consent in accordan… --- ## [Is Bond deposit protected as per legislation?](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/is-bond-deposit-protected-as-per-legislation/91789)
**Author:** [@Arvinder](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Arvinder)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [13 October 2026 11:50 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/is-bond-deposit-protected-as-per-legislation/91789 "2026-10-13T11:50:41Z")
Hi Everyone If tenancy agreement is in between landlord and tenant, managed by Open Rent. Bond deposit of tenant is protected with mydeposits insurance scheme, as per mydeposits, bond money deposited in bank account an… --- ## [Mutual Surrender](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/mutual-surrender/91782)
**Author:** [@Nicola16](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Nicola16)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [12 October 2026 20:37 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/mutual-surrender/91782 "2026-10-12T20:37:06Z")
My tenant has agreed to move out. I told her that I do not need two months notice. I have already filed the necessary paperwork asking her to leave which is Dec 24th 2026. I also increased her rent for Nov 15th so my gue… --- ## [Simple Ways to Make a Rental Property Feel More Like Home](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/simple-ways-to-make-a-rental-property-feel-more-like-home/91774)
**Author:** [@Sgwroughtiron](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Sgwroughtiron)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [12 October 2026 17:51 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/simple-ways-to-make-a-rental-property-feel-more-like-home/91774 "2026-10-12T17:51:46Z")
I think small interior improvements can make a real difference to how a rental property looks and feels. Not every improvement needs to involve major renovations or a large budget. Curtains are one example. Choosing the… --- ## [Very little interest in listing](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/very-little-interest-in-listing/91689)
**Author:** [@Shelley8](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Shelley8)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [12 October 2026 16:20 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/very-little-interest-in-listing/91689 "2026-10-12T16:20:24Z")
Hi there, I’ve rented 2 properties very easily through open rent over the last few years however I’ve just relisted one a few days ago and am having very little interest compared to previous occasions where I was inunda… --- ## [Tenant is in arrears. Between 1 - Guarantor 2 - Rent Guarantee Insurance 3 - Claim against Deposit which order should I use them?](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/tenant-is-in-arrears-between-1-guarantor-2-rent-guarantee-insurance-3-claim-against-deposit-which-order-should-i-use-them/91517)
**Author:** [@Tim49](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Tim49)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [12 October 2026 15:35 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/tenant-is-in-arrears-between-1-guarantor-2-rent-guarantee-insurance-3-claim-against-deposit-which-order-should-i-use-them/91517 "2026-10-12T15:35:48Z")
Tenant in arrears. In which order should I use these? Request payment from guarantor. Rent Guarantee Insurance. Request from Deposit. --- ## [Understand the new Notice period](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/understand-the-new-notice-period/91671)
**Author:** [@Jasmine\_flat](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Jasmine_flat)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [12 October 2026 14:50 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/understand-the-new-notice-period/91671 "2026-10-12T14:50:12Z")
Dear Follow landlord, Would like to check my understanding on tenants giving notice based on the New Renter Act. On the government website, it says the tenants can end the contract by giving 2 months’ notice: " in wri… --- ## [Convert 1 bed flat to 2 self contained 1 person studios](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/convert-1-bed-flat-to-2-self-contained-1-person-studios/91765)
**Author:** [@Michael217](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Michael217)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [12 October 2026 13:57 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/convert-1-bed-flat-to-2-self-contained-1-person-studios/91765 "2026-10-12T13:57:14Z")
I have a 48m2 flat which I am looking to convert into 2 x 1 bed studios of approximately 23m2 each. both having kitchenettes and wc shower rooms. Still retaining entrance. For single person occupancy only. I believe unde… --- ## [Using openrent when I already have a tenant identified](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/using-openrent-when-i-already-have-a-tenant-identified/91760)
**Author:** [@Amanda77](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Amanda77)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [10 October 2026 11:38 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/using-openrent-when-i-already-have-a-tenant-identified/91760 "2026-10-10T11:38:06Z")
I’ve followed instructions for what to do if I already have a tenant ready. I’ve created a listing, published it and then paused it. I’ve sent the tenant the link so they can follow the ‘rent now’ process to pay reservat… --- ## [Rent collection directly to landlords](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/rent-collection-directly-to-landlords/91752)
**Author:** [@Jasmine22](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Jasmine22)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [10 October 2026 11:05 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/rent-collection-directly-to-landlords/91752 "2026-10-10T11:05:40Z")
Hi, I have tenant who is not comfortable paying to open rent and wants to pay directly to me, is it legal and possible? --- ## [House sale and new tenant](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/house-sale-and-new-tenant/91753)
**Author:** [@Steven\_And\_Lynne](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Steven_And_Lynne)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [10 October 2026 08:08 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/house-sale-and-new-tenant/91753 "2026-10-10T08:08:59Z")
We want to sell our rental property within 6 months when our mortgage renews. The current tenant has just given notice. Can I advertise for a new tenant but explain that’ll it’ll just be a short 4 month contract or do I … --- ## [Click this link to sign the petition "Make it a criminal offence if tenants don't pay rent"](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/click-this-link-to-sign-the-petition-make-it-a-criminal-offence-if-tenants-dont-pay-rent/91754)
**Author:** [@David240](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/David240)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [9 October 2026 14:36 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/click-this-link-to-sign-the-petition-make-it-a-criminal-offence-if-tenants-dont-pay-rent/91754 "2026-10-09T14:36:56Z")
Sharing in case of interest Petition: Make it a criminal offence if tenants don’t pay rent Tenants who refuse to pay rent should be made to face criminal charges similar to theft. You go to an Airbnb/ hotel or restaur… --- ## [Limited Company Property with open Rent](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/limited-company-property-with-open-rent/91748)
**Author:** [@Mr\_Rajeshver](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Mr_Rajeshver)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [8 October 2026 17:15 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/limited-company-property-with-open-rent/91748 "2026-10-08T17:15:11Z")
Hi I have been calling Open rent for past 2 weeks as one of my properties was in joint names but now in a Limited company. the tenants have moved out on the joint tenancy last week and deposit also returned. I have foun… --- ## [Tenant notice period after Renter's rights Act 2925](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/tenant-notice-period-after-renters-rights-act-2925/91747)
**Author:** [@Elisabetta3](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Elisabetta3)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [8 October 2026 17:10 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/tenant-notice-period-after-renters-rights-act-2925/91747 "2026-10-08T17:10:24Z")
Hi, I am a tenant with a one year fix term that expired in March 2026. After that as stated in the contract, I passed to monthly rolling with 1 month notice to end tenancy as specified in the contract. On top of this, I … --- ## [Adding another tenant to my account joint account](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/adding-another-tenant-to-my-account-joint-account/91743)
**Author:** [@Daniela18](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Daniela18)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [8 October 2026 12:45 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/adding-another-tenant-to-my-account-joint-account/91743 "2026-10-08T12:45:58Z")
Hi everyone, can anyone guide me throw how to add another tenant to my account so the references can be done for both of us many thanks --- ## [Landlord dispute about furnished/unfurnished](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/landlord-dispute-about-furnished-unfurnished/91729)
**Author:** [@Sandip5](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Sandip5)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [8 October 2026 09:55 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/landlord-dispute-about-furnished-unfurnished/91729 "2026-10-08T09:55:50Z")
Hi, I have been renting my flat for the last 26 years as a furnished property. My landlord sold the flat to a property management company. This company are now saying the replacement or repair of things like cooker, fri… --- ## [Landlord denies to fix the washing machine](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/landlord-denies-to-fix-the-washing-machine/91701)
**Author:** [@Amir19](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Amir19)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [8 October 2026 09:25 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/landlord-denies-to-fix-the-washing-machine/91701 "2026-10-08T09:25:26Z")
After contract, landlord is not taking any responsibility to fix the home appliances. :cry::cry: --- ## [Notice of Termination RHW16](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/notice-of-termination-rhw16/91739)
**Author:** [@Ann28](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Ann28)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [8 October 2026 05:15 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/notice-of-termination-rhw16/91739 "2026-10-08T05:15:18Z")
I have served a Notice of Termination RHW16 to my tenant to vacate my rental property in Wales on the 29.11.2026 but the tenant has now agreed a price with me to buy the property but the sale is unlikely to complete befo… --- ## [Can i rent a house on here with out credit check](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/can-i-rent-a-house-on-here-with-out-credit-check/91677)
**Author:** [@James221](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/James221)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [7 October 2026 18:10 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/can-i-rent-a-house-on-here-with-out-credit-check/91677 "2026-10-07T18:10:38Z")
i have the money for three months up front and deposit but got bad credit score do u think that will b a problem --- ## [Tenant’s overseas funds delayed—how should I handle a possible delay to move-in?](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/tenant-s-overseas-funds-delayed-how-should-i-handle-a-possible-delay-to-move-in/91727)
**Author:** [@Joanne51](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Joanne51)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [7 October 2026 18:00 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/tenant-s-overseas-funds-delayed-how-should-i-handle-a-possible-delay-to-move-in/91727 "2026-10-07T18:00:40Z")
My tenant is due to move in on Monday 12 October. The tenancy agreement has been signed, and he has paid the holding deposit, but the remaining first month’s rent and tenancy deposit are outstanding. He started a well-p… --- ## [Electronic Contract signing](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/electronic-contract-signing/91735)
**Author:** [@James220](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/James220)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [7 October 2026 16:40 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/electronic-contract-signing/91735 "2026-10-07T16:40:00Z")
How does OpenRent manage the contract signing? Does digital contract get sent out to first signatory for signing then next in turn and then finally to landlord? Does this progress get reported to landlord at each signin… --- ## [Possible abandonment](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/possible-abandonment/91685)
**Author:** [@Hitesh3](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/Hitesh3)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [7 October 2026 13:10 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/possible-abandonment/91685 "2026-10-07T13:10:37Z")
This is a first for me, 2 tenants on a joint tenancy, one leaves a WhatsApp message on 24th September saying her right to rent has expired (on the 24) she can’t continue with tenancy, so she is going back to her home co… --- ## [Bad tenant: noise, neighbour complaints, police](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/bad-tenant-noise-neighbour-complaints-police/91705)
**Author:** [@RoLo23](https://community.openrent.co.uk/u/RoLo23)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [7 October 2026 10:38 UTC](https://community.openrent.co.uk/t/bad-tenant-noise-neighbour-complaints-police/91705 "2026-10-07T10:38:07Z")
My newish single tenant has been having such disturbing & loud arguments/fights with his partner that two sets of neighbours have called the police on them. Another set of neighbours has complained that they throw rubbis… [Previous page](https://community.openrent.co.uk/latest.md?page=1) [Next page](https://community.openrent.co.uk/latest.md?page=3)