Resident
Qualifications
& Pet Policies

Each adult applicant, eighteen (18) years or older, must submit a completed, signed application before it can be reviewed.

• Applications are processed only after the non-refundable application fee has been paid.
• Submitting an application does not guarantee approval.
• Application approval does not automatically create a lease agreement betwwen aplicant and the owner of the property.
• Application approval does not constitute an offer to lease the property.

Application Fees by location

Verification of Identity

To complete the application process, all applicants must upload:

• A valid government-issued ID
• A secondary form of identification

Acceptable secondary IDs include:
Social Security card, ITIN (W-7), birth certificate, driver’s license, passport, or green card if not used as the primary ID.

For non-U.S. citizens, an ITIN (W-7), or a valid work identification number (Alien Registration #, USCIS #, or I-94 Admission #) may be submitted in place of a Social Security number.

Any falsification of information results in automatic denial, and deposits/fees may be retained for damages.

Application Processing Timeline

Applications will be processed in the order they are received. Applications will remain open until a holding deposit is paid and the lease is signed. Applications that are not fully completed or are missing documents/attachments will delay the approval process.

Multiple Applicants

Applicants applying together will be evaluated as a group. If any applicant is denied for any reason, the entire application is considered denied. All application fees remain non-refundable.

Occupancy Standards

• The maximum number of adults permitted to occupy a home is two adults per bedroom, unless local housing laws specify otherwise.

Residency History Requirements

Applicants must provide two years of residence history, including at least six months at the current address.

Applications will be automatically denied if:

• There was an eviction within the last three years
• Total unpaid rental balances exceed $100
• More than one late payment was reported within the past 12 months
• Any landlord reports a security deposit not returned
• Any landlord reports failure to give proper move-out notice
• Any landlord reports “would not rent again”
• Eviction filings (summary ejectments) were initiated within the last 36 months

Income Requirements

Applicants must show gross monthly income equal to at least 3x the monthly rent, OR provide savings/investment statements showing at least six months of rent available.

Guarantors are accepted for financial qualification only. A guarantor must:

• Earn at least 4x the monthly rent
• And have a minimum credit score of 700

Accepted documentation

Credit Requirements

All residents aged 18 and older must undergo a credit and criminal screening through an authorized reporting service. Outside credit reports will not be accepted.

An authorized credit reporting service vendor will be used to evaluate prospective residents.  Outside credit reports cannot be substituted.

Credit Score & Security Deposit

Criminal background check

Each applicant undergoes a criminal background review. Applications will not be denied solely for arrests or pending actions. Guarantors or co-signers cannot be used as a substitute for this requirement.

Applications will be automatically denied if the criminal background check reveals:

• Any misdemeanor within the last 3 years, excluding traffic, DUI/DWI, alcohol-related non-traffic offenses, or minor wildlife/animal infractions
• Any felony within the last 7 years
• Any sexual offense or active sex-offender registration
• Drug-related crimes involving manufacture or distribution
• Any criminal activity posing a demonstrable risk to persons or property

These criteria do not constitute a guarantee or representation that residents or occupants currently residing in one of our homes have not been convicted of, or subject to, deferred adjudication for a felony, certain misdemeanors, or sex offenses requiring registration under applicable law. Residents or occupants may have resided in one of our homes prior to implementation of this policy, and our ability to verify this information is limited to the information available to us by the applicant and credit reporting services. Residents or occupants who are convicted of any of the foregoing after the Lease Application may be subject to forfeiture of Lease Application Fees or eviction if conviction occurs after move-in.

Fees, Payments, and Required Insurance

• Security deposits are due within 24 hours of application approval.
• All move-in funds—including the first month’s rent, prorated rent, and security deposit must be paid using certified funds (cashier’s check or money order).
• Prorated rent details:
  
  • Move-in on or before the 20th → prorated rent only
  • Move-in after the 20th → prorated rent + next month’s full rent
• Renters insurance is required for all residents. Renters with pets must maintain insurance coverage that complies with the Pet Addendum

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Residents are responsible for all utilities unless restricted by law. Some utilities may remain in the homeowner’s name and be billed back to the resident through a third-party utility management company. Confirm utility procedures with your property manager before move-in.