Professionals Burleigh 
Struggling to secure a rental property?
The rental market in Australia can certainly be competitive, that’s why the team at Professionals Burleigh have created some tips and tricks to help you with your next application or property inspection alongside the dozens of other keen renters.
The first step is to have a winning rental application. Ensuring you have a complete online rental profile is crucial, checking you have up to date rental history as well as your employment history and background checks. You’ll want to have all these details completed before you even begin your property search, this will put you a foot in front of other rental applicants.
Rental History
Your rental history is very important, this includes current and past rental details such as the address of the rented properties, start and end dates of leases, the rent paid and details of the property owner/manager.
It’s also a great idea to include a copy of your tenant ledger or rental receipts from your outgoing property manager attached with your application. This will make the process easier and quicker for the property manager that assesses your application.
The main things property managers will be looking for is whether you’ve paid your rent on time in the past, looked after the property and you were easy to deal with when it came to inspections, repairs, renovations and so on. Most importantly they want to ensure you can afford the property.
When it comes to a landlord approving an application, a good rental report could be the deciding factor of whether your application is successful or not.
Employment & Income
Your ability to pay rent is something that will come into consideration, landlords will most definitely lean towards tenants that have a constant and reliable source of income.
Documents such as payslips and bank statements should be added to your application which show evidence of employment and put landlords at ease.
It’s important to note that the property manager or landlord may get into contact with your employer to confirm you still work there.
If you happen to be self employed we still need proof you have an income. A copy of your tax return and your accountants details will also be helpful.
Supporting Documentation
Proof of Identity
You will be asked to supply 100 points of identification, these must be in digital format and in some cases they will be legally witnesses and stamped. Some of these documents may include:
- Photo identification – Drivers Licence, Passport, Proof of Age Card
- Medicare Card
- Centrelink Statement
Reference Letters
If you have any reference letters you may have received from previous landlords and employers, these are suitable for your application. These letters can be very effective in your application and may help you get a step above the rest.
Cover Letter
You won’t always be asked to provide a cover letter but writing one will set your application apart from others and could increase your chances of being successful. It can be brief, all you’re needing to include is a little more information about you, why you’re moving and what you do for work.
A cover letter should be professional but doesn’t need to be overly formal, it’s a great opportunity to let your personality shine through. This is a good time to let them know of your rental history and make note of any additional information such as owning a pet.
Find the best property for you
Whilst creating your winning rental application be sure to look for a property that matches what you’re looking for and has what you require.
Have ideas in mind of your ideal property but don’t let marble bench tops and spa bathtubs distract you from what you really need in a home. Consider important factors like location, size of the property and parking availability.
You should consider your lifestyle when choosing a property, but don’t forget to check the rental has what you need to be able to live, work and of course, relax.
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