Renting procedure in SA

[ramzi]

Hi everybody,
I am so happy to find a great site like this.

I am intending to travel to Adelaide on next Sept. and I was wondering if anyone knows what is the renting procedure in Adelaide. I logged in to Real Estate, Property, Land and Homes for Sale, lease and rent - realestate.com.au and I noticed that leasing companies ask for some document which is normally don't available with new immigrant ! such us: Previous leasing contract, driving licence...etc.

my second question, is it possible to do renting remotely. I mean can I lease a flat before I reach SA?

Thanks in advance for your help.

[Tyke]

Hi Ramzi

Have as many references as you can.
You may have to even show a bank statement as proof of funds.
If you really need to fight for a certain rental a personal letter about you and your family / situation may help sway a landlord.
Any evidence of previous renting is good.
Having someone here who can provide a reference is good.

Some offer rent in advance.

Good rentals are in short supply - 15 - 20 may turn up for a viewing.

I doubt if agents will respond if you are not in this country.

I'd not try unless you see the rental either - might look good on the internet but in real life???