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Independent Rental Application Specialists · Australia

A stronger rental application starts here.

Looking to rent an entire apartment or house in Australia? We help you prepare complete, well-organised applications — and avoid the mistakes that get them passed over.

  • Free initial assessment
  • Personalised assistance
  • Australia-wide, online

We are independent rental application consultants, not real estate agents or landlords. Rental approval is never guaranteed.

Real applications. Real approvals.

Real approval emails received by Tenant Help clients in 2026.

The challenge

Why is getting a rental approved so difficult?

A couple looking worried at a laptop and rental application papers

Agencies often receive many applications for the same property. Landlords and property managers weigh your income and financial capacity, employment, rental history, references — and how complete and accurate your application is.

Even applicants who can comfortably afford the rent can miss out when their information is incomplete or poorly presented. And you rarely find out why.

“Unfortunately, another applicant has been successful.”

If you don't know what to improve, you keep making the same mistakes. That's where we come in.

A client profile

Built for people who know the details matter.

Not a promise of magic — a clearer, better-prepared rental application.

Mark Henderson, Managing Director in Melbourne

Mark Henderson49Managing DirectorMelbourne, Victoria

Mark started in sales at 23 and worked his way up through Sales Manager and GM roles. He has been a Managing Director for the past eight years, so he knows the business from the ground up.

Married with two teenage children, he is looking for a rental application process that is organised, realistic and easy to trust — not another agency promising “magic”.

That is the kind of person we design for: capable applicants who may have the budget and the right circumstances, but want their information presented clearly and followed through properly.

What We Do

Rental application support, from strategy to follow-up.

01

Rental search strategy

We help you define realistic rental preferences based on your budget, preferred locations and property requirements.

02

Document preparation

We help organise the financial information, identification, rental history and references needed for your applications.

03

Application assistance

We help complete and submit applications through official agency platforms.

04

Application follow-up

We help track your applications, communicate with agents, and keep you informed of outcomes and next steps.

Why Tenant Help?

The details matter more than you think.

Application specialists

Our focus is rental applications, not selling or managing properties.

Personalised approach

We adapt our assistance to your circumstances, whether you're employed, studying, self-employed or new to Australia.

Independent support

We work for you, not landlords or real estate agencies.

Simple and online

Start from anywhere in the world. We review your circumstances before inviting you to join.

No guaranteed approvals. Just focused, honest application support.

Why Rent Your Own Home?

Your own home. Your own space.

A new tenant receiving the keys to her apartment

Save on long-term accommodation

Long Airbnb stays can be expensive. A traditional rental may offer better value if you're staying in Australia for several months.

Share the costs

Moving with your partner or friends? Renting an entire property together may cost less than paying for separate rooms.

Enjoy your privacy

Live with the people you choose, not strangers. Enjoy greater independence and your own living space.

How it works

First, let's see if we're a good fit.

We don't accept every applicant automatically. You see how we work and every fee before paying anything.

A tidy, complete rental application kit with passport, payslips and references

01

Request your free assessment

Tell us your rental plans, locations, budget and move-in date.

02

We review your profile

Individually, to see whether our assistance suits your situation.

03

Receive your invitation

If accepted, we email how we work, your responsibilities, the fees and next steps.

04

Get started

Accept the conditions and pay the initial fee. We guide your documents and search.

05

Prepare and apply

We support your applications and follow up. The landlord or agent decides.

You choose the properties. We help with the applications.

You find suitable homes, book inspections with the agency and attend them yourself or send a trusted representative. Plan to consider at least 10 suitable properties. Tenant Help doesn't book or attend inspections for you.

Timing Matters

When applying for a property, you should be ready to start your lease and pay rent on or close to its advertised availability date.

Landlords and agents may prefer applicants who can start sooner, as this helps minimise vacancy periods.

Free rental resources

How to search, book inspections and apply.

A 1:26 video and an 8-page PDF guide.

Enter your name and email in step 1 of the free assessment and the download link appears instantly.

Who we help

Are you ready to find your next home?

For people renting an entire apartment or house — not a room in a share house.

Who we help

  • International students and recent arrivals
  • Working holiday makers
  • Professionals and couples
  • Groups of friends applying together
  • Australian residents seeking a new home

What we look for

  • A realistic weekly budget and 3+ suburbs
  • Enough income, savings or support
  • Bond, rent in advance and moving costs covered
  • Able to attend inspections, or send someone
  • At least 14 days for the search (21–30 ideal)

New to Australia?

You don't necessarily need Australian rental history. We assess what you already have. If your budget is well below the market or your timeframe is unrealistic, we'll tell you — we want you to join only when you're genuinely ready.

Simple, transparent pricing

Pay for support. The success fee only upon approval.

Free assessment

AUD 0

We review your profile and tell you if our service may suit you. No obligation.

Initial service fee

AUD 50

One-time, for accepted clients, after you've reviewed and agreed to the service conditions.

Success fee

AUD 350

Only when an application for a property we directly assisted with is formally approved.

No approval? No success fee.

Why only AUD 50 to get started?

We carefully select our clients and are confident in the value of our support.

The AUD 50 is a small commitment from you, not a reflection of the work involved. That's why most of our fee is only payable if your rental application is approved.

Frequently asked questions

Do you guarantee rental approval?

No. Approval is entirely at the discretion of landlords or authorised agents. We help you prepare more complete, accurate and well-organised applications.

Are you a real estate agency?

No. Tenant Help is an independent rental application consultancy. We are not landlords, property managers or licensed real estate agents, and we don't own or manage properties.

Do you provide rental properties?

No. We help with the search and application process, but don't provide or guarantee access to specific properties.

Do you help people looking for a room?

Our service is designed for people renting entire apartments or houses, including couples and groups.

Can you help if I'm not in Australia yet?

Yes, our guidance is online. You'll still need to meet the agency's inspection and application requirements; a trusted representative can attend inspections for you where the agency accepts it.

Do I need Australian rental history?

Not necessarily. Employment evidence, financial records or overseas rental references may help. We assess each case individually.

How long does it take?

There's no guaranteed timeframe. Allow at least 14 days, ideally 21–30.

Do you attend inspections?

No. You arrange and attend them yourself or through a trusted representative.

What if my application isn't approved?

You don't owe the AUD 350 success fee for an unsuccessful application.

Can I pay immediately?

No. We first review your free assessment. If accepted, we explain the conditions and payment before you decide.

Free assessment

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Give yourself a better start in the Australian rental market.

Better preparation helps you approach your next application with more confidence. It starts with a free assessment.

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