Does anyone have experience with out of country cosigner?

Does anyone have experience with out of country cosigner?

Member since 2019 · 88 posts · 25 votes

Does anyone have experience with out of country cosigner?

I have a prospective applicant who is interested in filling out application. So far they have seen pictures and recorded video of the place. Unit will be rented for their son who is going to university. 

What are the challenges with out-of-country cosigners?

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Nathan GesnerBusiness Member
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Real Estate Broker · Cody, WY · Member since 2010 · 28k+ posts · 41k+ votes
2y

I wouldn't touch it. If the individual defaults, how will you go after their cosigner when they live in another country?

The only way I would accept that applicant is if their cosigner paid the rent up front with a double deposit.

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  • AJ WongBusiness Member
    Real Estate Broker · Oregon & California Coast · Member since 2022 · 834 posts · 696 votes
    2y

    Lenders can have limitations on those without a US SS # but others offer specific lending to 'foreign' nationals. Not positive about a co-signor, it's possible to purchase in foreign investors name with you/other on title and deed. Check in with @Joseph Chiofalo he works with many international investors. Good luck. Cheers. 

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  • Member since 2019 · 88 posts · 25 votes
    2y

    Thank you but I am referring to rental lease and not mortgage payment. I am a landlord who is trying to lease rental unit.

  • Nathan GesnerBusiness Member
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    Real Estate Broker · Cody, WY · Member since 2010 · 28k+ posts · 41k+ votes
    2y

    I wouldn't touch it. If the individual defaults, how will you go after their cosigner when they live in another country?

    The only way I would accept that applicant is if their cosigner paid the rent up front with a double deposit.

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  • Member since 2019 · 88 posts · 25 votes
    2y

    Thank you @Nathan Gesner!

  • Oak Park, IL · Member since 2014 · 285 posts · 114 votes
    2y

    I would not accept until and unless I see evidence of cosigner's financial status in their home country.  I might ask for a minimum six months rent in advance for a 1 year lease.  

  • Member since 2019 · 88 posts · 25 votes
    2y

    thank you @Atul Mohlajee!

  • Member since 2019 · 88 posts · 25 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Atul Mohlajee:

    I would not accept until and unless I see evidence of cosigner's financial status in their home country.  I might ask for a minimum six months rent in advance for a 1 year lease.  

    He is willing to pay six months in advance. University is a reputable university. He is also willing to furnish a letter from his US brokerage firm to prove he has ample funds to cover for rent and expenses.

    What would you do? What sort of additional documents can I request?

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