Landlords need to verify you can afford the rent. Clara makes this fast and secure.
Choose your verification method below. Most renters complete this step in under 5 minutes using Payroll Connection.
⭐ Payroll Connection (Recommended - Fastest)
Best for: Employees paid through standard payroll systems
How it works:
- Search for your employer or payroll provider (ADP, Gusto, Paychex, Workday, 100+ others)
- Log in using your existing payroll credentials
- Done—verification completes in minutes
What gets verified: Employer name, employment status, gross income, start date, pay frequency
Success rate: Most renters complete payroll verification successfully and move on to the next step within minutes.
Having trouble logging in? Try resetting your payroll password first, or choose Bank Connection below as an alternative.
Bank Connection (Great Alternative)
Best for: Freelancers, gig workers, self-employed, or anyone with non-traditional income
How it works:
- Connect your bank account through secure login
- Clara identifies recurring income deposits automatically
- Verification completes in minutes
What gets verified: Active income streams, deposit patterns, income start dates
Document Upload (Last Resort)
Only use if payroll and bank connection aren't options for you.
Why we don't recommend this method:
- Takes 20-30 minutes to complete
- Lower success rate due to document format variations
- Requires manual upload and analysis
If you must upload documents: Provide 2-3 recent pay stubs from the last 60-90 days for best results.
Additional Income Sources (Optional)
Beyond your primary income, Clara lets you report additional sources of income to strengthen your application. This is completely optional but can give landlords a more complete picture of your financial situation.
You can add income from:
- Social Security — SSI, SSDI, Retirement Benefits
- Government Assistance — TANF, SNAP, Housing Vouchers
- Pension & Retirement — 401k, IRA, Pension Distributions
- Investment Income — Dividends, Interest, Capital Gains
- Alimony & Support — Spousal Support, Child Support
- Other Income — Rental Income, Trust, and more
For each income source, you'll enter:
- Monthly amount and payment frequency (required)
- Start and end dates (optional — leave end date blank if ongoing)
- Source or agency name and case number (optional)
- Any additional details that help verify the income (optional)
Want to verify it? You can upload supporting documents (PDF, JPG, or PNG up to 5 MB) or connect your bank account to show these deposits directly. Bank connection is the fastest way to verify additional income since landlords can see the deposits in your account.
Additional income appears as its own section on your screening report, giving landlords clear visibility into your full financial picture.
Which Method Should I Choose?
If you're a W-2 employee → Choose Payroll Connection Fast, automated, and most likely to verify successfully on the first try.
If you're self-employed, freelance, or have variable income → Choose Bank Connection Works great for non-traditional income patterns.
If neither option works → Choose Document Upload Plan for extra time and be prepared to provide multiple documents.
Your Data is Protected
Clara uses Argyle, a secure verification platform, to connect your employment and income data. Your login credentials are never stored, all data is encrypted, and information is only used for verification purposes.
Ready to verify? Return to your application and select your method.
Still have questions? Contact our support team for help choosing the right option.
Your rights: You control what information is shared. Review Argyle's End User Terms and learn more about how Argyle works.