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Step 1
Pay what you owe. If you have broken a lease and still owe money to a previous landlord, pay the amount in full or make payment arrangements and begin reimbursing the owner. Showing that you have taken steps to rectify the issue proves you to be a responsible renter.
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Step 2
Look your best. When you approach an apartment manager looking well-kept and professional, you will make a better first impression.
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Step 3
Ask to speak to the manager. A leasing agent will not have the capability of overriding property rules, but a manager might be able to do so. Speak kindly and courteously to the leasing agent when requesting the manager, as you don't want to burn any bridges.
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Step 4
Plan to pay extra. A property manager might be willing to rent to you if you are able to provide an extra deposit. For instance, she may require that you pay first and last months' rent along with a security deposit in case you fail to uphold your end of the lease agreement.
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Step 5
Prove that you can pay and are an upstanding person. Provide check stubs, tax forms and several employment and personal references. If you can get your employer, colleagues and friends to provide written, signed references, that is better yet.
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Step 6
Take what you can get, and stick with it. With a broken lease, your apartment options will likely be limited. Find an apartment manager who will give you a chance and an apartment you can live with, even if it is below your previous standards. Stick with it throughout the lease, and through another term, to help you clear up your rental and credit history.
