Lodger Agreement UK

Your Lodger Agreement

This Lodger Agreement is a professional written agreement which is easy to complete and fully editable. It is suitable for any type of property and can be used for full time, part time and weekend lodger agreements.

We also provide all the other documents you may require for a lodger agreement for free in contrast to other agreement providers who charge extra.

Lodger Agreement Contents :

• Tenancy Term & Conditions
• Rent & Deposit Payment Details
• Common Areas & Household Bills
• Lodger Obligations
• Early Termination & Important Notices

Free Additional Lodger Forms :

• Lodger Application & Reference Forms
• Standing Order Mandate
• Rent Receipt
• Room Inventory Checklist

Why have a written lodger agreement?

A Lodger agreement sets out the terms and conditions by which a tenant rents a room in a property that is owned and resided in by the landlord and is also known as a rent a room agreement.

It provides a clear written agreement covering the important aspects of a lodgers agreement and can be referred to id required during the tenancy. A copy of the lodger agreement should be retained by both the landlord and the tenant.

There are also other forms included which help the landlord complete the relevant tenant checks and ensure the let works properly throughout the tenancy.

Lodger application form

Helps you collect all the information you need to conduct lodger references. These are crucial and having the right information makes this a lot easier prior to the lodger agreement.

Lodger references

You need to be as sure as possible that your lodger is going to treat you and your property with respect. Lodger references are a good way to ensure a prospective lodger has a good track record.

Standing Order & Rent Receipt

A standing order mandate will ensure the rent payable by your lodger is received on time every month for the correct amount set out in the lodger agreement.

A rent receipt should always be provided regardless of the payment type. You'll also need to keep receipts for tax purposes.

Protect your property & your rights

When a lodger stays in your property it is important to protect your rights and interests whatever the duration using a lodger or flat share agreement.

In the past lodger agreements have been organised via a solicitor. This can be costly and can take time to put in place therefore our legally drafted lodger agreement template is available for immediate download for only £8.95.

A lodger tenancy agreement has fewer legal requirements than if a tenant were to rent out the whole property. However it is still crucial to have an agreement in place to protect both you and the lodger in the event of a dispute or disagreement.

A lodger agreement form is set out when property owner wishes to rent and share common areas of the property with a tenant in return for payment of rent. These common areas can include living room, kitchen, bathroom and toilet.

A lodgers agreement can only be used in circumstances where the property is your principle home.