As part of Rent Now, we collect the holding deposit, register the security deposit and also collect the first month's rent. You can view our guidance on how to make the final payment for the first month's rent and security deposit here.
Protecting Your Money
This means you aren't just paying money upfront to a private landlord you met online. You are using OpenRent - the UK's largest letting agent - to handle your money until you move in to your new home. We then pass the money onto the landlord if everything goes as planned.
This keeps you safe while you move into your new home.
We Register Your Security Deposit
We also make sure your security deposit is safely protected in a government approved deposit protection scheme. We'll make sure you get all the necessary information about how the deposit works, and how you can contest any deductions your landlord might want to make at the end of the tenancy.
Ask Your Landlord About Rent Now
Using Rent Now is designed to make things, fast, easy, safe and secure for both you and your landlord. If you are unsure whether your landlord wants to use Rent Now or not, just get in touch with them and discuss how to proceed.
If you want to initiate Rent Now you can find more information here.