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A recent graduate can often qualify for an apartment before receiving a first paycheck by providing a signed employment offer letter. In HomeBase’s experience, most apartments will accept an offer letter that clearly shows the employer’s name, company letterhead, the employee’s start date, gross salary, and contact information for a recruiter or HR representative who can verify employment. Gross monthly income is ideal, although many properties can calculate it from an annual salary. Approval standards vary, and the property may still review credit, identity, rental history, or background information.
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