Info & Advice for Landlords

Live out Landlords

Landlord knowledge & advice	Tips & tools for landlords
Landlord's obligations Tenancy agreements guide Tenancy deposit scheme (England and Wales) Tenancy deposit scheme (Scotland) Do you need an HMO license? Right to Rent Checks The Benefit Cap Renting to LHA tenants Terminating a tenancy	Safety tips for advertisers Room Rental Index (for average rents by area) Tenant referencing Landlord's insurance Advertising tips Whole property rentals Seasonal lettings ideas

Homeowners / Live in Landlords

Before you get a lodger

Tips & tools for Live in Landlords

SpareRoom's free guide to taking in a lodger Right to Rent Checks What's the difference between a tenant and a lodger? Rent a room scheme - earn £7,500 tax free per year Lodger agreement How taking in a lodger can affect your council tax Getting your room ready for a lodger Will taking in a lodger turn my home into an HMO? Homeowner case studies: Wendy's story Homeowner case studies: Robert's story Homeowner case studies: Hazel's Monday to Friday letting story Homeowner case studies: Azaria's story Homeowner case studies: Tilda' story

Tips on advertising a room for live in landlords Choosing a good flatmate/lodger Taking good photos of your room Interviewing potential lodgers Safety tips for advertisers House Rules and overnight guests Lodger insurance Lodger screening Getting your lodger to leave What to do if your lodger leaves possessions behind