1A company that acts as a guarantor (e.g., for rental contracts), guaranteeing tenants' payments or obligations; often requires screening and a guarantee fee.
賃貸物件を借りるときは保証会社の利用を求められる場合が多い。
When renting a property, you are often required to use a guarantor company.
保証会社に加入する際、収入や身元の審査がある。
When joining a guarantor company, there is screening of income and identity.
保証会社が家賃を立て替えた場合、借主に請求されることがある。
If the guarantor company advances the rent, the tenant may be billed.