No agencies · No commissions · No middlemen

The rental market
built for people,
not property managers.

Private landlords keep 100% of their rent. Renters get a fair shot regardless of their past. No agency. No commission. No gatekeeping. Just people dealing directly.

Commission

Renter fees

$50

Plans start from

Trust score

★★★★★ Trusted

Income verified via Plaid

Denver, CO

$1,650 / mo

✓ Verified owner — Denver, CO

Why Get Rent Direct

Cut out the middleman.
Keep what's yours.

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Landlords keep 100% of rent

Property managers charge 8–12% of every month's rent. On a $1,800 home that's over $2,500 a year — gone. Get Rent Direct is a flat monthly subscription starting at $50. That's it.

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Direct, one-on-one connection

No property manager sitting between you. Landlords and renters message each other directly, negotiate terms directly, and build a real relationship from day one.

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Second chance built in

Automated screening tools reject people without a human reading their file. Here, renters tell their own story and landlords decide for themselves.

For landlords

Why are you paying someone
10% of your own rent?

Traditional property manager

Expensive

✕ 8–12% of every month's rent — forever

✕ 1 month's rent just to find a tenant

✕ You never talk directly to your renter

✕ They screen out good tenants automatically

✕ Disputes go through a middleman

✕ You lose control of your own property

Get Rent Direct

From $50 / month

✓ From $50/month — you keep every dollar of rent

✓ 14-day free trial, no setup fees

✓ Message renters directly, one-on-one

✓ You see income, ID, and trust score — you decide

✓ Built-in lease builder and e-signatures

✓ You stay in complete control of your property

A landlord with one $1,800/month property saves over $2,500 a year switching from a 12% property manager to Get Rent Direct.

Simple process

Up and running
in minutes.

Create your profile

Verify your identity & income

Quick ID check via Stripe. Connect your bank via Plaid to show steady income — no credit score needed.

Browse & apply directly

Message landlords directly. No agency. No gatekeeping. Just two people working something out.

Sign your lease & move in

Digital lease, e-signatures, and rent reporting built in. Every payment builds your credit score for free.

Built for Colorado, expanding soon

Who Get Rent Direct
is for.

We're starting in Colorado and growing market by market. If you're a private landlord tired of property managers, or a renter tired of the gatekeeping — this is for you.

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Private landlords with 1-3 properties

You manage your own rentals. You're done paying 8-10% to a property manager who barely returns calls. List directly, screen applicants yourself, collect rent through Stripe.

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Renters with imperfect history

A past eviction, a gap in employment, a record from years ago. Most platforms auto-reject you. Here, you get to tell your story to landlords who want context, not just a credit score.

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Homeowners with extra space

A finished basement, a spare room, a backyard ADU. Turn unused space into income. Set your house rules, screen who you live with, manage everything from your phone.

Currently active in Colorado. Starting on the Front Range — Denver, Colorado Springs, Boulder, Pueblo, and surrounding areas. Want us in your city?

Save money instantly

How much is your property manager costing you?

Monthly rent amount

$ /mo

Property manager fee

10%

6%Average: 10%15%

Number of properties

You currently pay your PM

$150

$1,800/year per property

Goes to middleman every month

Get Rent Direct costs you

$50

$600/year · 1 property

Flat rate · you keep 100% of rent

Simple by design

How it works

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LANDLORDS

Verify & list

Verify your identity and property ownership in minutes. Post your listing and it goes live to verified renters immediately.

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RENTERS

Browse & apply

Browse listings for free. Verify your ID and income once, then apply to any listing on the platform directly to the owner.

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BOTH SIDES

Connect directly

Message, schedule tours, and make a deal directly between landlord and renter. We get completely out of the way.

Everyone deserves a home

Second chance rentals

We built a dedicated section for renters with past records, credit gaps, eviction history, or a rough chapter in life. Private landlords who specifically welcome these situations are clearly labeled. Your whole story matters, not just a number.

🏷 Past evictions welcome

📊 No minimum credit score

📋 Background considered in context

✍ Tell your own story

Our commitment

We do not discriminate. Full stop.

Every renter is welcome on Get Rent Direct regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, familial status, income source, or any other characteristic. We are committed to fair housing. It is not negotiable and it is built into how this platform works.

Fair Housing Act — Landlords cannot discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or familial status. In Colorado, source of income and sexual orientation are also protected. Violations can result in serious legal penalties. By using Get Rent Direct, all landlords agree to comply with all applicable fair housing laws.

Colorado CRS 24-34-502 — Colorado law prohibits discriminatory housing practices and extends protections beyond the federal Fair Housing Act.

Identity verified

Plaid income verification

Equal Housing Opportunity

Free for renters, always

Find your next
home today.

Renters get a fair shot. Landlords keep what they earn. No agency. No commission. No gatekeeping.

Available rentals

Second chance Pets OK

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Properties you've saved for later.

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USA only for now

RentDirect is currently available only in the United States.

Want to be notified when we expand?

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Got questions?

Frequently asked questions

Flat monthly subscription — no percentage of rent, no listing fees, no per-transaction charges. Standard is $50/month for 1 active listing; Pro is $100/month for up to 3 active listings. You keep 100% of the rent you collect. We offer a 14-day free trial so you can try everything before paying.

No. In most states, private landlords renting their own property do not need a real estate license. You only need a license if you're managing property on behalf of someone else. Get Rent Direct is designed for private landlords managing their own properties.

We use Stripe Connect — you connect your bank account once (takes 5 minutes), and renters pay ACH directly to you. The money goes straight into your bank account in 1-2 business days. We never hold your funds. There are no per-transaction fees — it's included in your monthly subscription.

Every renter who applies can be screened for identity (government ID via Stripe) and income (bank verification via Plaid), both free. You see an AI-generated match score for each applicant before making a decision. You're always in control — we just make the information available.

Get Rent Direct sends automatic payment reminders before rent is due. If a renter still doesn't pay, you follow your state's standard eviction process — the same as you would with any PM. We provide documentation of all payment history to support any legal proceedings.

Yes. Our Standard plan is $50/month and includes 1 active listing. Our Pro plan is $100/month and includes up to 3 active listings. If you have more than 3 properties, contact us and we'll set up a custom plan.

Yes. All landlords go through identity and property ownership verification. Listings are screened for fraud by AI before going live. Payments are processed through Stripe — the same system used by Amazon and Shopify. Your personal data is encrypted and never sold.

Completely free for renters. There are no application fees, no listing fees, and no hidden charges. Landlords pay a monthly subscription — you pay nothing to browse, apply, or communicate.

Security deposits are handled directly between you and the landlord — just like in a traditional rental. Most state laws require landlords to return your deposit within 14–30 days of moving out, with an itemized list of any deductions. If there's a dispute, you can contact your state's housing authority or seek legal help through local legal aid services.

Landlords who mark their listing "second chance friendly" are open to working with renters who have prior evictions, criminal records, or imperfect credit. We believe everyone deserves a fair chance at housing. You can filter specifically for these listings on the browse page.

Most landlords respond within 24-48 hours. You'll get a notification as soon as your application status changes. You can track the full status — applied, under review, approved, or declined — in your dashboard.

Identity verification is optional but recommended — verified renters show up with a trust badge and typically get faster responses from landlords. It takes about 2 minutes using your government ID and is processed securely by Stripe Identity.

Not currently in our platform. During this beta we focus on identity verification (via Stripe) and income verification (via Plaid) — both free. Background checks add significant legal complexity under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and we'd rather do that right than rush it. Landlords who need criminal or eviction history today can use TransUnion SmartMove or RentPrep directly. We plan to add integrated background checks later in 2026 once we have the right legal framework in place. Importantly, a past record does not automatically disqualify you on Get Rent Direct — many of our landlords specifically welcome second-chance applicants and review your full story, not just a checkbox.

🏠 Whole-property rentals

Houses, apartments, condos — direct from the owner.

No broker fees. No property management runaround. Every listing comes straight from the person who owns the home.

🛏 Rooms for rent

Rent a room, not a whole house.

Private bedrooms in shared homes. Lower rent, flexible terms, often second-chance friendly.

🏚 Basements & ADUs

Your own space, half the price.

Finished basements, walkout apartments, backyard casitas, and ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units — small separate homes on a larger property). Private entrances, your own kitchen and bath, apartment-style privacy at room-rental prices.

👥 Looking for a roommate

Find your next roommate here.

Post that you're looking for a place, describe what you bring to the table, and let homeowners come to you. Or browse other renters looking for a room nearby — maybe you split a place together.

Everyone deserves
a roof over their head.

Get Rent Direct is built from the ground up for renters who've been turned away by automated screening systems. We connect you directly with private landlords who read your file, not just your score.

Who gets a second chance here

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Prior eviction

One mistake years ago shouldn't define where you live today.

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Criminal record

Many landlords here will look at the full picture, not just the charge.

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Low or no credit

Income verification and character matter more than a score.

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Rental history gaps

Divorce, job loss, medical bills — life happens. We get it.

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First-time renter

No rental history? Show your income and character instead.

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Housing instability

Coming from a shelter, motel, or doubled-up situation? You belong here.

How it works for renters with a past

Write your context statement

Our AI helps you write a personal statement — what happened, how long ago, what's different now. Landlords read it. It changes minds.

Verify your income (optional but powerful)

Link your bank account via Plaid to show verified income. No credit check required. A verified income badge on your profile dramatically increases response rates.

Filter for second chance friendly listings

Check the "Second chance" filter and every listing you see is from a landlord who has specifically said they're open to your situation.

Message the landlord directly

No screening algorithm stands between you and the decision-maker. You apply, your story arrives in the landlord's inbox, and they respond as a person.

✦ What makes a strong second chance application

💰 Proof of income

3× monthly rent in income is the standard. Use Plaid to verify it in seconds — no paystubs needed.

📝 Context statement

An honest, brief explanation of what happened and what changed. Our AI helps you write it.

🪪 Verified ID

Shows you are who you say you are. Simple ID check — not a background check.

📞 References

Employer, pastor, social worker, or prior landlord who can speak to your character and reliability.

💵 Larger deposit offer

Offering first + last + security deposit (within state legal limits) removes a lot of landlord hesitation.

⏱ Time since incident

3+ years with no repeat issues is a powerful argument. Your track record matters.

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Are you a landlord open to second chance renters?

When you mark your listing "second chance friendly," it appears in filtered searches for renters specifically looking for landlords like you. You get a larger, motivated applicant pool. Many landlords find second chance tenants to be among their most reliable — they know how hard it was to get housed and they don't take it for granted.

Know your rights

Fair Housing Act — Landlords cannot discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or familial status. Some states and cities add source of income, criminal history, and more.

Source of income protection — Many states (CA, NY, IL, WA, OR, and more) ban landlords from refusing renters solely because they use housing vouchers (Section 8/HCV).

"Ban the Box" housing laws — Cities like Seattle, Denver, and San Francisco restrict when and how landlords can consider criminal history in rental decisions.

Right to explanation — If you are denied housing, in most states you have the right to know why, especially if it was based on a background check (Fair Credit Reporting Act).

HUD Fair Housing resources → | CFPB Renter resources →

Ready to find your home?

Browse listings from landlords who believe in second chances. Free to apply.

The rental marketbuilt for people,not property managers.