How to rent a home if you have bad credit

We’ve all heard about the importance of your credit scores when it comes to buying a home. But credit is important for renting as well. Some landlords won’t rent to people with low credit scores. This doesn’t mean you can’t rent a home or apartment, though. There are some ways to get around this and prove to a potential landlord that you can afford to pay and will make payments on time.

1. Find A Co-Signer
2. Offer A Larger Deposit
3. Have A Personal Referral
4. Talk About It
5. Find A No-Credit-Check Rental
6. Improve Your Credit