We Help Newcomers
Find Home.
Moving to a new country is overwhelming enough. Finding a rental shouldn't be the hardest part. We work with newcomers every day — helping you navigate the GTA rental market, build a strong application, and secure a home, even without Canadian credit history or rental references.
Free Consultation
We start with a call to understand your situation — when you're arriving, your budget, where you need to be (close to work, school, transit), and your timeline. No commitment required.
We Build Your Application
We help you gather the right documents: employment offer letter, bank statements, passport, study permit or work visa, and foreign references. We organize everything into a professional package that landlords trust.
We Search the MLS® System For You
We have full access to the MLS® System — the same listing database real estate agents use. We find quality rentals that match your criteria and send them to you before they hit public sites.
We Present & Negotiate
When you find the right place, we present your application directly to the listing agent, explain your newcomer situation professionally, and negotiate lease terms on your behalf.
We Get You Move-In Ready
Lease review, tenant insurance setup, key pickup, unit walkthrough — we handle the entire move-in process. You focus on settling into your new life in Canada.
New to Canada? We'll help you find home.
Apply Free — No Credit History Needed →For the complete newcomer document checklist including work permits, visas, and guarantor requirements, see our Supporting Documents guide.
Documents We Help You Prepare
- Valid passport and/or Canadian ID
- Work permit, study permit, or PR card
- Employment offer letter or proof of income
- Bank statements (Canadian or foreign)
- Foreign credit references (if available)
- Landlord references from your home country
You Don't Need
- Canadian credit history — we work around it
- A Canadian co-signer (in most cases)
- Previous Canadian rental references
- To understand the process alone — we walk you through everything
Let's Find Your Home.
Book a free call and let us handle the hard part. No Canadian credit? No problem. We've helped many newcomers secure their first GTA rental.
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Yes. Many of our newcomer clients start the process from abroad. We can begin searching, curating listings, and preparing your documents while you're still overseas. Some landlords will accept a virtual showing with an agent present.
That's fine. We'll advise you on setting up a Canadian account quickly (most major banks have newcomer programs), and we can start with your foreign bank statements in the meantime.
In most cases, no. A well-prepared application with proof of income and employment can be enough. If a co-signer is needed, we'll discuss options and alternatives with you upfront.
Depending on the area, a one-bedroom apartment ranges from $1,800 to $2,500/month. We'll help you find the best value within your budget. Remember: our service is free — we don't add to your costs.
Yes. Our commission is paid by the landlord's listing brokerage, not by you. This applies to all clients — including newcomers.