Homeppl has become the latest tenant referencing firm to provide digital Right to Rent (R2R) checks.

The company said the service is already available to be integrated into Homeppl tenant referencing checks should letting agents wish to make use of it.

Homeppl highlighted that the use of digital R2R negates the need for tenants to visit an agent’s office to pass a referencing check as they can do so from a location convenient to them. Offering automation of previously manual ID verification processes, digital R2R can help to ensure compliance and reduce risk, the company added.

Commenting on the new service, Alexander Siedes, CEO of Homeppl, said: “We’re delighted to be offering letting agencies and tenants the convenience to complete the Right to Rent checks digitally rather than in person.

“Homeppl is all about creating financial inclusion and helping tenants secure rental property more seamlessly, and integrating this ID verification step into an easy digital flow was imperative for us. During the cost-of-living crisis, we seek to alleviate any unnecessary stress on the moving process for tenants enrolled in the Homeppl referencing journey,” Siedes added.

Homeppl leverages open banking, proprietary fraud detection tests and behavioural analysis to assess the financial situation of potential tenants and their ability to afford rent. The London-headquartered company assesses rental transactions for brands including Knight Frank, Quintain Living, Greystar, CBRE, JLL, Chestertons, Dexters and Carter Jonas.