Advice on Renting Rejection

nzmegs

I had a similar problem and had to look around lots of agents to find one. Open rent is a good service as you deal directly with the landlord.

However, offering to pay in advance is a good idea or getting a guarantor.

I also showed 6 months worth of bank statements to show regular income and payments. I was lucky that I owned two houses at the time and these were taken into account as being a part of my suitability. I also showed letters from my clients (I'm self employed) to show they had regular work for me)

A letter from your employers to say that you have a contract that will last X number of years and at a regular income might tip the scales too.

Kynthia

Find a landlord not using an agent, then show them bank statements showing your income going in but also your rent going out every month on time. A reference from your current landlord confirming you've paid rent for years and are voluntarily leaving due to them needing the property back cpuld really help. Agents like people who tick boxes and qualify for their landlord insurance and unfortunately you don't despite being a good prospect.

6 months in advance should also work but I wouldn't due more than that. There's a small risk of paying a con artist or a landlord who's not paid their mortgage and has the property repossessed before your rent is used up.