In the current Perth rental crisis, our TOP tips for a successful rental application will help you become the chosen Tenant!!
TIP 1 – Be Prepared
When you commence your journey to finding your new home, you must be prepared!
- Map out the area you are looking in (school catchments, local amenities)
- Look at ALL the current rentals in your chosen location and surrounding areas
- Have a clear idea of your budget
- Have a checklist of that MUST haves
Prepare Your Rental Application Documents
- Contact your personal reference
- Collate your recent payslips
- Let your employer know they will be getting a call
- Have copies of your ID
- Create your extras (pet profiles)
TIP 2 –Make the Right Impression
On the day of the home opening it is essential to follow these steps:
- Make sure you are registered before attending (you want to make a great first impression)
- Be on time
- Present yourself well; remember this is an interview of sorts
- Don’t park on the neighbour’s lawns (they may be your neighbours soon)
- If you have questions, ASK! Leasing agents are trained to multi-task, and they are there to help
. - Take your time. Most home opens are between 15-30 mins so methodically make your way around the property with
(achecklist in hand. - If the agent hasn’t signed you in via an app, ensure you ask about their application process before you leave.
- Leasing agents usually have back-to-back opens; if you think of something later in the day, a text is generally more straightforward for them to respond to than a call.
- Submit your application before 9 am the following day
TIP 3 – The rental Application
Now that you have seen your perfect new home, what can you do to ensure you are at the top of the list to get accepted?
- Ensure EVERY part of your application is complete
- Call your references and advise that today is the day to turn their phones off silent!
- Put your best foot forward! You may want to increase your offer or pay a few months upfront in a competitive market.
- Add a pet profile with a photo and a BIO (these can go a long way when an owner approves a pet.
The leasing agent will call you; however, if you haven’t heard anything by the close of business the day after you have submitted your application, give them a call to ensure they have everything they need!
Luck has nothing to do with it!
find a home with vivid property
Vivid Property can help you find the best available home in the Perth area. View our current rental properties here, or contact us and let us know what you’re looking for in a rental property,
