OpenRent and Rightmove Go Their Separate Ways! 💔

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Forget Love Island drama—this summer's hottest split is allegedly between OpenRent and Rightmove!

OpenRent, the UK’s leading rental platform, has seemingly cut ties with Rightmove, one of the most popular property listing portals. Until July 19th, landlords could use OpenRent to get their properties listed on Rightmove, but now the only options mentioned on the site are Zoopla and PrimeLocation.

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Who are OpenRent anyway?

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If you have been living under a rock you may not know that OpenRent is an online letting agent and property service provider, founded over 10 years ago. It is a UK-based company, which claims to be the largest letting agent in the UK based on number of properties, boasting over 5 million users as of 2022! It's also considered to be one of the first ever online letting agents!

What Happened Between OpenRent and Rightmove?

The property world is buzzing with speculation and theories about this surprising change. Online property forums are ablaze with discussions as users try to make sense of it all!

One commenter speculates:

"Presumably, it's new listings, not existing ones. Rightmove is no longer listed as an advertiser on OpenRent's website, Zoopla is."

What does this mean for landlords?

For landlords who rely on OpenRent, this development raises several concerns and considerations:

• Reduced Exposure: The most obvious impact is that landlords who pay for OpenRent's services will no longer have their properties listed on Rightmove. Despite this change, OpenRent's pricing appears unchanged, meaning you might be paying the same amount for less exposure.
• Exploring New Options: It's a great opportunity for landlords to explore what other companies have to offer and diversify their marketing strategies.

What do we think?

Well, we must say, we're still not sure if this is a forever break up or just a marital spat, but we are keeping our eyes firmly glued on this for updates. This article will be updated as news about the situation comes in.

And remember, even the biggest and most reliable platforms change their strategy, and it's good to be on top of new entries to the market!

If you're looking for new and exciting platforms to list on, Hybr might be just what you need:

• Free Listings: We list your property on all major sites, including Rightmove, at no cost. We only charge landlords if they're satisfied with our service and we’ve successfully found great tenants for their homes.
• Quick Tenant Placement: We fill rooms quickly, giving you direct access to reliable student tenants. Plus, we provide personalised bios of each tenant and help you manage the relationship throughout the year at no extra charge.

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Want to Chat?

We understand that every landlord has unique needs, which are often best discussed over the phone or via email. Feel free to reach out to our landlord team directly, and we’ll be sure to help!

Email us: landlords@hybr.co.uk
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Whether you're navigating any changes with OpenRent or simply exploring new opportunities, Hybr is here to support you every step of the way. Let’s work together to find the best tenants for your property!