Every TenePass evaluation is built around one key number: the target rent. This is the monthly rent amount that applicants enter when submitting their case. The score they receive is always assessed in relation to this figure.
Unlike traditional income checks or credit scores, TenePass is context-aware. The same financial profile may result in different scores depending on the declared rent. This is because TenePass measures not just overall financial strength but also affordability, or how realistic a specific rent amount is for a specific person.
What is Target Rent?
Target rent is the amount the applicant sets as the monthly rent they want to qualify for. It is used during the evaluation as a reference point to measure affordability.
This rent does not need to match a specific listing, but it should reflect the applicant’s actual rental budget. The more realistic the number, the more accurate the score.
For example:
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If you are earning €2,000 net per month and enter €950 as your target rent, your affordability score may be stronger than if you enter €1,450
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If you are applying with a guarantor or have other sources of income, that will also be considered, always relative to the target rent entered
Why Does It Matter?
Affordability is one of the key components in a rental decision. Landlords and agencies want to know that the rent is sustainable for the applicant. By anchoring each evaluation to a specific rent, TenePass ensures that the score reflects both capacity and context.
This improves clarity for everyone involved:
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Applicants understand how much rent they can realistically aim for
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Evaluators know what financial target they are assessing against
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Landlords receive a score that reflects the fit between the applicant and the rent
Smart Rental Score
TenePass scores are dynamic. If the target rent changes after the evaluation, the score is automatically adjusted using an affordability formula. This avoids the need for repeated evaluations.
For example:
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If your score was calculated with a target rent of €1,200 and you later apply for a property at €1,500, your score will be lowered to reflect the increased rent pressure
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If you reduce your rent target to €950, your score may improve
This adjustment helps ensure fair comparisons across different listings.
Can I Change My Target Rent?
Yes. Applicants can update their target rent at any time before submitting their case for evaluation. After submission, the score remains linked to the original rent, but is automatically adjusted when shared with landlords to reflect any changes.
Summary
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The target rent is the monthly rent amount the evaluation is based on
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It defines the context of the score and directly affects the outcome
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Scores adjust automatically if rent changes, using a clear affordability formula
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A realistic rent target leads to a more useful and fair score
TenePass uses target rent to bring clarity, fairness, and flexibility to the rental screening process for all parties involved.
