Ive never rented before, REFERENCES

Hi all i need somewhere to live, but not having rented before and always been self employed what references would be required. Im assuming a land lord wont just take my word for it.

Ask the landlord in question what he/she will accept as a reference given you have not rented before.

I have rented a place before without having a previous landlord reference. You can only be upfront and open about it. Hopefully the landlord may trust his/her instincts and if they get a good vibe from you they won't let it stand in the way.

The fact you are self-employed is a complicating factor. I would show something to prove it. Many landlords place more importance on the work reference, as landlord references are easily forged (all you need is a mobile number and a willing accomplice).

thanks for those................
donee