Christian Gibson The rental market can be a competitive one, so having an edge over other potential tenants vying for the same property is useful. Here in Glenroy, we find that there can be multiple applications submitted for any one property, so here are some tips to making sure your application gets noticed by the property owner.
1) Paying rent in advance is especially attractive to a landlord when they’re presented with multiple applications for their property.
2) Providing written references and rental referees such as a previous property manager who can vouch for your rental history with proof, including rental ledgers makes processing your application easier and possibly quicker.
3) Long-term applications are generally more attractive to landlords as well, but check with the property manager to see what the landlords preferences are.
4) Often furnished properties have more competition because there are generally fewer of them on the market. If you can borrow furnishings from family and friends, or start purchase your furniture, then applying for unfurnished property should open up your options.
5) Pets can often be a hindrance to an application depending on the landlord’s preferences, especially in apartments or town house complexes that may have governing by-laws prohibiting certain types of pets. If you would like to rent a property that allows pets, be prepared for a bit of competition.
When all is said and done, you should provide as much information as you can so that it’s easy for the property owner to evaluate your application.