Paperwork You Will Need In order to move the application process along as quickly as possible, you will need to have the following information at hand. A letter of employment. Several pay stubs. A letter of referral from a past landlord (optional but very helpful). A letter of personal reference. 3 months of checking account statements. Current tax returns. A guarantor letter, if required. If self employed you will need a letter from your accountant or attorney that states your current earnings. Not every landlord requires all of the above. However, having everything at hand will make the process faster. See our sample letters for: • Employment letter • Personal reference • CPA or Attorney