Host Onboarding & Inspection: Step-by-Step Guide
Welcome to StudentRoomStay! We’re excited you’re here. This guide walks you through everything required to complete your host onboarding and become eligible to host a student.
🎯 Why This Matters
This guide explains the steps required to complete the host onboarding and inspection process. These steps ensure all hosts are prepared, qualified, and supported before welcoming a student into their home.
✅Your Required Onboarding Tasks
To be fully onboarded and eligible for placement, hosts must complete the following:
| Task | Required? | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Home Inspection | ✅ Required | Complete via mobile or live Zoom |
| Onboarding Call | ✅ Required | 15-minute onboarding call |
| Host Training | ✅ Required | Completed through the host portal |
| Background Check | ✅ Required | All adults (18+) must submit |
| W-9 Form | ✅ Required | For stipend reporting (U.S. only) |
| Bank Information | ✅ Required | For stipend direct deposit |
🛠️Start Here: How to Complete Each Step
1. 🏠 Complete Your Home Inspection
Option 1 – Self-Guided (Preferred):
Use your mobile device to complete this 10–15 minute form. You’ll upload photos of your home and a short video walkthrough.
Option 2 – Zoom Call:
If you’re unable to complete the mobile form, you may schedule a 15-minute Zoom inspection instead.
What We’re Looking For:
- Photos of guest bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and shared areas
- A clean and safe environment
- A fully furnished bedroom with:
- Bed with pillow, bedding, and comforter
- Dresser or storage
- Closet or hanging space
- Desk (required for placements longer than 30 days)
If anything is missing, let us know your plan to have it ready before your student arrives.
2. 📞 Book Your Onboarding Call (Required)
This 15-minute call helps us:
- Confirm your onboarding progress
- Answer questions and set expectations
- Verify you’ve completed all required tasks
3. 🎓 Complete Online Host Training
Log into your AMP dashboard and follow the steps to complete training.
4. 🔍 Submit Background Check
All adults 18+ in the household must submit a background check through our trusted partner, Sterling Volunteers.
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5. 🧾 Submit W-9 Form & Bank Info
Submit your tax form and banking details for stipend processing directly through AMP:
📚 Need Help or Have Questions?
Please review our Host Handbook & Knowledge Base for answers to common questions, expectations, and helpful guidance.
You can always reach our team at: