Application Process

Applicant is urged to review the screening process and criteria to determine if the requirements can be met. If any applicant needs assistance in the application process, please advise the property manager. Non-English speaking applicants may provide an interpreter to assist.

• Each applicant over 18 shall submit a complete application that is legible, verifiable and accurate.

• Each applicant shall provide picture identification.

• An applicant screening fee of $40.00 per person (18 and over) shall be paid at the time of application.

• The application screening fee is to cover the costs of obtaining information on the applicant as the landlord processes the application for a rental agreement.

• The application fee is nonrefundable. However, if the landlord fills the vacancy before screening your application or does not conduct a screening for any reason, the applicant fee will be refunded.

• The demeanor and behavior of applicant during the application process will be considered. The property manager may require the presence of all possible occupants for the application interview.

• If the application is denied in whole or in part on information received from a consumer credit reporting agency, the applicant shall be notified, in writing, of that fact at the time of denial. The name and address of the agency will be provided to allow the applicant to obtain a copy of the reports and correct any erroneous information.

• If accepted you must sign a rental agreement, which details your responsibilities as a tenant and ours as a landlord.

• Failure to meet the Application Criteria outlined below may result in the denial of the application or the requirement of an additional deposit.

• Incomplete, inaccurate, illegible or falsified information may be grounds for rejection or termination of the rental agreement upon discovery.

The applicant screening includes:

1. Verification of income
2. Rental References
3. Consumer credit report obtained by Trans Union
4. Public record / criminal report

 

Income Requirement

• Applicant must have at least one year on their present job or in the same type of work or be able to show dependable income from another source.

• Applicant's total monthly gross income must be 3 times the amount of the rent (excluding overtime pay).

• The applicant must provide:
• If employed, copies of at least two pay stubs
• If self-employed, copies of last tax return
• If other income, copies of retirement investment reports or other financial data that can prove source, amount, frequency and duration of income

Rental History

• The applicant shall provide information necessary to verify rental or home ownership history for the past five years. Information obtained from those related by blood or marriage may require an additional security deposit.


• Tenant must have abided by the terms of the rental agreement:
• Timely payment of rentNo reports of disturbing neighbors
• No damage to the property in excess of normal wear and tear
• Proper notice given when terminating tenancy

Credit Criteria

• No FED filed against you in the past seven years
• No unpaid collections
• No unpaid judgments
• No debts 60 days past due or more

Public Record

• Arrest and/or convictions of civil and criminal activity may be evaluated. Any individual whose occupancy could constitute a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals or could result in physical damage to the premises will be denied.

The application will be denied under any of the following circumstances:

• We receive a reference from a present or previous landlord which reports that you:
• were gambling, engaging in prostitution, drug dealing, or manufacturing drugs
• were violent or made threats to the landlord or the neighbors
• We are unable to verify employer or other source of income.
  We are unable to contact and verify any references within two attempts.
• Applicant misrepresented any information on the application for rental.

Limitations:

• Occupancy may not exceed two persons per bedroom
• Smoking is not permitted in or around dwelling
• Vehicle parking is limited to 2 vehicles
• Pet or other animals are not allowed without prior permission