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What is an HMO room?
An HMO is a home shared by people from more than one household. Residents usually have their own bedroom and share facilities such as a kitchen, bathroom or living area. Some properties also offer ensuite rooms or self-contained facilities.
The provider or landlord is responsible for explaining the tenancy, house rules, bills, deposit, licensing position and any eligibility requirements. RoomsNow presents the information supplied with each advert so you can decide which providers to contact.
Search for a suitable shared home
A suitable room is about more than a postcode. Check the weekly rent, whether bills are included, when the room becomes available, the household arrangement and the facilities you will share.
RoomsNow also includes supported, transitional and adult social care accommodation. Use the support and referral filters when you need a placement with particular services or an accepted professional referral route.
Frequently asked questions
Can I search HMO rooms for free?
You can browse public RoomsNow accommodation adverts and compare the details supplied by providers. An account is needed for messaging, saving adverts or sending an accommodation request.
Are bills included with an HMO room?
This varies by property. Each advert can state whether bills are included, along with the weekly rent and available facilities.
Does RoomsNow manage the properties?
No. RoomsNow is a marketplace connecting people and professional referrers with independent accommodation providers.
What's the difference between an HMO and an ordinary shared house?
Both involve sharing a home with people outside your household, but an HMO is a specific legal category with facility-sharing and, above certain thresholds, licensing requirements. Ask the provider whether the property is licensed if it needs to be.
Do I need references or a guarantor for an HMO room?
This depends on the provider. Some ask for references, proof of income or a guarantor, and others do not. Check the advert or ask the provider directly before applying.
Can I view an HMO room before paying anything?
Reputable providers normally let you view a room, or at least answer detailed questions, before you commit to any payment. Be cautious of anyone asking for money before you have seen the property or verified who they are.