Tenant Tips   Drive by the property before you make an appointment to see the inside.  You may or may not like the area and you don't want to waste your time or that of the landlord. When you call to set up an appointment to view the property have a paper and pencil ready to take down the property address and other pertinent information. If you have any questions about your eligibility ask them now.  Tell the Landlord if you have pets or don't have a full deposit to put down.  Don't wait until you have made an appointment as you could be wasting everyone's time. If you plan on living with someone bring them along so the Landlord can meet both of you.  Besides you don't want to make the Landlord show you the same place twice. Bring a completed rental application when you go to view the property.  You can download a free one at www.innoreventerprises.com. Bring a copy of your credit report that can be downloaded for free at www.mycreditreporting.com. Bring letters of reference from former landlords.  Most landlords will provide these assuming your tenancy was a good one. Be able to prove that you have been employed for the past two years.  You can prove this with pay stubs or tax returns.  Landlords want to see that you have been working steadily and not changing jobs every few months. When you show up present a positive image.  Wear clean clothes and express an interest in the property.  The landlord wants to see that you see the value in the property and will take good care of it as if it was your own. Be courteous, friendly and respectful.  You will be working with the Landlord for the term of your rental agreement.  You want to have a good relation with this person.  You will be able to get more cooperation and a faster response from a person who feels you are treating them with respect. If you have an interest in improving your living environment by painting, gardening or renovating, make your intentions known.  Landlords like tenants that leave the properties better than were initially. If you have questions about who pays for the gardening, gas, electricity, garbage or sewage be sure to ask now.