This "Rent a Room" Agreement (also known as a House Share or Lodger Agreement) is especially for use where the landlord is also resident in the home in which rooms are being let to lodger(s). Appropriate for use in conjunction with the HM Revenue tax free rental scheme. Drafted for use in England and Wales.
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This Rent a Room
Agreement (often referred to as a House Share
or Lodger Agreement) is specifically for circumstances where the landlord is also resident in the flat or house where rooms are being let. Common applications include that where a lodger is taking a room in a family house, or where a number of people share a house, one of whom is also the landlord.
HM Revenue & Customs support such arrangements by allowing a certain amount of rental income to be tax free. The tax information is explained at the HMRC website.
This is not an Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement. The tenants cannot claim the same rights, as they are sharing the landlord's own home.
It is recommended that the Rent a Room Agreement is prepared in duplicate and both copies should be signed by all parties, with both the landlord and tenant retaining a copy. An inventory should also be prepared of the furnishings or equipment included in the let.
You can view a sample online of a completed Rent a Room Agreement by following this link: View Sample.
This agreement is suitable for use in England and Wales and includes clauses covering:
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If you are looking for a Rent a Room agreement for use in Scotland, follow this link: Rent a Room Agreement Scotland.