This is a sample Lease Guaranty. A lease guarantee is a legal agreement between a landlord, a tenant, and a third party approved by the landlord. This third party is called a lease guarantor. Like a cosigner on a consumer loan, the lease guarantor agrees to be responsible if the tenant defaults on the rental agreement.
Yes, your guarantor can be from out of state! Just be sure they understand the leasing laws in Bakersfield and are willing to be flexible across state lines.
You'll need to share details about your lease, including terms and conditions, and let them know what financial responsibility they’re signing up for—like sharing the fine print.
Most landlords in Bakersfield are okay with having multiple guarantors. It gives them extra security and spreads the risk, just like putting all your eggs in different baskets.
A guarantor can be anyone who has a steady income and good credit—typically a parent, relative, or close friend who's willing to back you up.