Today, I would like to share the real situation from the field on why it can be difficult for elderly people to rent a property.
Increasing Inquiries from Elderly Clients
Recently, I have been receiving more inquiries from people in their 60s and 70s.
To be honest, many of these cases are quite challenging. While there are certainly some limitations when it comes to renting itself, I often find that issues related to communication, personal preferences, and individual attitudes tend to be even more significant.
Real Examples from the Field
For example, just today, I had a case where a client became upset and hung up the phone simply because I asked about their requirements.
In another case, an elderly foreign client was shown a property that was actually available for them, but they felt distrustful and did not move forward.
It’s Not Just About Age
The key point here is that this is not simply about age.
From the landlord’s perspective, several risks are considered, such as:
- Risk of rent non-payment
- Risk of solitary death
- Issues related to guarantors
These factors are assessed comprehensively.
So rather than saying “elderly applicants are not accepted,” it is more accurate to say that decisions are made based on the overall conditions and circumstances.
(That said, it is also true that some landlords do set clear age restrictions.)
What Makes an Application Successful?
In practice, applicants who are approved tend to share certain characteristics:
- They provide clear and complete information
- They are flexible with their conditions
- They are willing to work cooperatively with real estate agents
Why Some Applications Fail
On the other hand, more difficult cases often involve:
- Very strict requirements
- Lack of information
- Strong distrust
These factors can make it harder to pass the screening process.
Practical Ways to Improve Your Chances
So what can be done?
Expanding your budget slightly, widening your search area, and making use of guarantor companies or monitoring/support services can significantly increase your chances.
Being elderly does not automatically mean you cannot rent a property.
However, it does require a certain strategy.
A Simple Method to Clarify Your Priorities
One practical method I often suggest is the following:
- Write down all your desired conditions on paper
- Divide them into three categories
- A: Absolutely essential
B: Not essential but preferred
C: Not necessary
If you repeat this process every few weeks or months, you may notice your priorities gradually change.
For example, when decluttering, items that once felt impossible to discard may become easy to let go of after some time. Many people have experienced this.
Once your list is reduced to about one-third of your original preferences, it can be a good time to search for properties again.
Final Thoughts
Every situation is different, but if you are facing difficulties, please feel free to contact me.
I would be happy to provide realistic and practical suggestions.
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