Putting together a rental application
Updated 2026-10-30英文原文
Official source: CMHC · Renting a home ↗
Published 2026-10-30Last checked 2026-10-30Language English
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What landlords usually ask for
- Photo identification.
- Proof of income: a job offer letter, recent pay stubs or bank statements.
- References from a past landlord or employer.
- A credit report. If you are new and have no Canadian credit history, say so up front.
If you have no credit history yet
Offer a letter from your employer, proof of savings, or a reference from your settlement agency. Some landlords accept a guarantor. Do not agree to pay more than your province allows as a deposit.
Visit before you pay
See the unit in person or on a live video call. Never pay a deposit for a place you have not seen, and get a receipt for every payment.
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