Reviewing Employment & Income History

Finding the ideal renter for your property might seem overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Despite the sea of applications and factors to consider, the task is entirely manageable with the right tools and insights. Enter Clara, a screening and application platform for landlords. Clara is engineered to empower landlords, providing them with comprehensive, insightful, and accessible information about potential renters.
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In this post, we're going to streamline your process of reviewing a rental application, with a particular focus on a renter’s employment and income history. You'll see how Clara excels in this area, offering a renter-friendly, secure, and transparent platform. So, let's dive in and revolutionize your rental process! 🏊‍♀️
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(For an overview of an entire rental application, check out this post)
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Importance of Considering Employment History
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The employment history of a potential renter is a crucial aspect to consider when reviewing a rental application. It provides an understanding of the applicant's financial stability and their ability to sustain the rental payments. Regular employment indicates a steady income, which is a strong indicator that the renter will be able to pay their rent on time. By reviewing an applicant's past and current employment, you can gain insights into their job stability and income trends.
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In addition to financial stability, employment history can also offer insights into a potential renter's responsibility and reliability. A history of steady employment can suggest strong work ethics and a sense of responsibility, traits that can translate into being a reliable and responsible tenant. Consequently, considering employment history is a fundamental step in the renter screening process, helping to identify the most suitable and reliable candidates for your property.
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How to Verify Employment & Income
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Verifying a potential tenant's income and employment is a crucial part of the tenant screening process. This can be done manually by requesting pay stubs or W-2 forms, which will provide a clear overview of the applicant's income. It's also a good idea to check the dates of employment and the applicant's job title.
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In addition to these documents, you can also directly contact their employer with the renter’s consent. This allows you to verify the information provided by the renter and to ask any additional questions you might have about the applicant's employment history and income. However, bear in mind that this process can be time-consuming and requires careful attention to detail to ensure accuracy.
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When reaching out to a tenant's employer for employment verification, remember to be professional and respectful. Ask for their consent first and inform them of the reason for the call. Make sure to have a list of questions ready. These might include: "How long has the applicant been employed with your company?", "What is the applicant's job title and responsibilities?", "Is the applicant's employment full-time or part-time?", and "Can you confirm the applicant's reported income?". Remember, while it's essential to gather necessary information, it's also crucial to respect privacy laws and regulations. Some employers may only be able to disclose employment status and dates.
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Automating Income Verification with Clara + Plaid
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Clara simplifies this process by partnering with Plaid, a leading fintech platform that makes it easy to verify income and employment in seconds. With Plaid's income verification process, landlords can easily view verified employer and gross and net income data directly via payroll providers and documents like pay stubs, W2s, and 1099s. Renters can showcase this verified income and employment data on their Clara renter profile, eliminating the need for manual verification and reducing the potential for human error. This streamlined process allows you to make faster and more informed decisions about potential renters.
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Equity in the Leasing Process ⚖️
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Clara is built with end-to-end transparency in mind, ensuring equity in the leasing process. While income and employment history are important, they are only one piece of the puzzle. With Clara, landlords receive an all-encompassing view of a renter and their background while renters gain direct insight into how they're being evaluated. It's a win-win situation for both parties. 🏆
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Next Steps - Getting Started with Clara 🚀

Ready to find your next renter? Clara is here to help. With Clara, you can cut your search time, fill your properties faster, and maximize your income. Say goodbye to scattered documents, missing email attachments, and misinformation. Say hello to organized, streamlined, and fully verified renter profiles.

With Clara, finding the ideal renter is no longer like looking for a needle in a haystack. It's more like finding a diamond in the rough. 💎 So, why wait? Start your journey with Clara today and lease with confidence.

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