Popular Articles

Popular OpenRent articles across key landlord topics.

TENANCY SETUP 8 SEPTEMBER 2026

Joint Tenancy Guide: Understanding Joint and Several Liability

Joint and several liability is a fundamental legal concept that every landlord must master, particularly in the post-Renters’ Rights Act […]

TENANCY SETUP 8 JULY 2026

How Much Notice Does a Tenant Have to Give a Landlord to Move Out?

Since the Renters’ Rights Act came into force on 1st May 2026, most tenancies in England operate as open-ended periodic […]

TENANCY SETUP 2 JULY 2026

Holding Deposit, Tenancy Deposit, Rental Fees: Everything You Need to Know

Renting out a property involves a few key payments, including holding deposits, tenancy deposits and rent itself. Below you’ll find […]

TENANCY SETUP 1 MAY 2026

Free Assured Periodic Tenancy Agreement (APT Rental Contract)

The Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) has served as the cornerstone of the private rented sector since the Housing Act 1988. […]

TENANCY SETUP 1 MAY 2026

Maximum Tenancy Deposit: How to Calculate Five Weeks’ Rent

Making sure your tenancy deposit is legally compliant is more important than ever now that the Renters’ Rights Act is […]

TENANCY SETUP 18 MARCH 2026

How to Be a Live-In Landlord: Rules, Rights and Managing Lodgers

Many people don’t realise they can be landlords without letting out an entire property. If you rent out a room […]

TENANCY SETUP 11 DECEMBER 2025

How to Conduct a Property Viewing Online

Online viewings have become increasingly common, especially for tenants moving from abroad or relocating from another part of the UK. […]

TENANCY SETUP 21 AUGUST 2025

How Landlords Can Manage Summer Turnover With Fewer Disputes

Summer brings with it the annual merry-go-round of tenants on the move. It’s common for students to leave after their […]

TENANCY SETUP 5 AUGUST 2025

DIY Landlord: How to Rent Out Your Property Without an Agent

There are plenty of benefits to renting your property without using a letting agent. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “how […]

TENANCY SETUP 10 JULY 2025

All You Need to Know About Right to Rent Checks

One of your legal responsibilities before entering into a tenancy is to carry out Right to Rent checks on your […]

TENANCY SETUP 7 FEBRUARY 2025

Why Inventories Matter: Wear and Tear, Tenant Damage, Disputes and More

Carrying out an inventory before your new tenants move in is one of the smartest ways to protect your property […]

TENANCY SETUP 28 JANUARY 2025

A Guide to Custodial and Insured Deposit Protection Schemes

Tenancy deposit protection (TDP) schemes were brought in to make sure deposits are handled fairly, giving both landlords and tenants […]

TENANCY SETUP 31 OCTOBER 2024

Deposit Replacement Schemes: Everything You Need to Know

Also known as nil deposit or zero deposit schemes, deposit replacement schemes have proven very popular since they have been […]

TENANCY SETUP 26 SEPTEMBER 2024

How Do Landlords and Letting Agencies Do Tenant Referencing?

The tenant referencing process in the UK rental market is often seen as a key step that can determine whether […]

TENANCY SETUP 12 SEPTEMBER 2024

What is the Best Tenancy Length for Long-Term Landlords?

Deciding the best tenancy length is crucial for long-term landlords who rely on a steady rental income for day-to-day living […]

TENANCY SETUP 5 MARCH 2024

What Every Landlord Should Include in Their End of Tenancy Checklist

Ensure a hassle-free transition between tenants with our comprehensive end of tenancy checklist for landlords. As one set of tenants […]

TENANCY SETUP 7 MARCH 2023

Checklist: Landlord Responsibilities

Many DIY landlords fear that they have forgotten to do something important. So we’ve made a checklist of legal landlord […]

TENANCY SETUP 7 NOVEMBER 2022

Rent Guarantee Insurance: Why Do Landlords Love it?

Even the most reliable tenants can run into financial difficulty and become unable to pay the rent – as the […]

TENANCY SETUP 26 SEPTEMBER 2022

The 5 Most Expensive Mistakes Landlords Make

Renting out a property in the UK can be an absolute minefield. With such extensive and complex legislation, even for […]

TENANCY SETUP 26 JANUARY 2021

5 Awful Reasons Landlords Don’t Do Inventories

Given how helpful property inventories are, it blows our mind that many landlords think they simply don’t need one. An […]

TENANCY SETUP 7 DECEMBER 2020

Common Mistakes Property Investors Make When Setting up Tenancy Agreements

Residential property has been one of the best investments in the UK for decades, generating rental incomes that have increased […]

TENANCY SETUP 8 SEPTEMBER 2020

The Quick Guide for Accidental Landlords

Have you unexpectedly acquired an extra property, want to rent it out and are not sure what to do next? […]

TENANCY SETUP 15 OCTOBER 2019

Switching to OpenRent from Upad

Landlords often ask us how to switch from their current letting agent to OpenRent. It’s really simple. OpenRent’s Transparent Pricing […]

TENANCY SETUP 9 SEPTEMBER 2019

Should I Use a Full Property Management Service?

High street agents take up to 15% of your rent to manage your property. That can easily be over £1,000 a […]

TENANCY SETUP 6 AUGUST 2019

How to Add Custom Clauses to OpenRent’s Contract (AST)

If you choose to use our Rent Now tenancy creation service, then you’ll be using our standard contract. It’s an […]

TENANCY SETUP 24 OCTOBER 2018

Three Big Mistakes Landlords Make with Tenancy Agreements (ASTs)

Many landlords use their own tenancy agreements: sometimes using the same old agreement over and over again for years or […]