You should be completely upfront with your partner about what it means to be a guarantor. You should also be completely honest with yourself about what it means to be a guarantee. Inform them why you require a guarantee in the first place and supply them with a copy of your financial records to prove your worth. You’ll also need to let their guarantor know that they’ll be subjected to a credit and background check before signing the contract. A copy of their pay stubs or bank statements, as well as their signature on the lease agreement, will be required of them as well. Because it is such a significant obligation, you should be realistic and not take it personally if someone denies your offer to serve as a guarantor.