Guides

Practical, plain-English guidance for resident landlords and lodgers in the UK.

  • Legal basics
    What is a resident landlord?

    A resident landlord lives in the same property as their lodger. This is a fundamentally different legal relationship from renting to a tenant.

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  • Tax & finance
    The Rent a Room scheme explained

    HMRC's Rent a Room scheme lets you earn up to £7,500 per year tax-free from letting a furnished room in your home.

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  • Agreements
    Writing a fair lodger agreement

    A lodger agreement is not legally required — but it protects both parties. We explain what to include, what to avoid, and what makes an agreement fair.

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  • Practical
    Deposits, notice periods and house rules

    How much deposit can you ask for? How much notice does a lodger need to give? What can you put in the house rules?

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Coming soon

  • Screening
    Screening for compatibility — not just ability to pay

    Rent-paying ability is the minimum bar. Living with someone is about much more.

  • For lodgers
    What lodgers should know before moving in

    Your rights as a lodger are different from a tenant's. This guide covers what to check before you sign anything.

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