🏠 Rental Application Qualifications

To ensure a smooth application process, please review the requirements below.

📝 General Application Requirements

• Who Must Apply: Every person over 18 years old must submit a separate application.
• Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of $70 per adult is required to process the application.
• Processing Time: We aim to process applications within 3 business days of receiving all required documents. Processing may take longer if we don't receive timely responses from landlords or employers.
• Approval: All applications are subject to final approval by the property owner.
• Unit Availability: Units are rented on a first-come, first-served basis after an applicant is approved and the reservation fee is paid. We cannot guarantee any unit.

📄 Required Documents

Please provide the following for a complete application:

• Government-issued photo ID.
• Proof of Income:
  • If Employed: 1 month of most recent pay stubs.
  • If Self-Employed: 2 years of tax returns or 3 months of most recent bank statements.
• Residential History: Contact information for landlords covering your last 3 years of residency.
• Pet Verification: Complete the Pet Verification Form (even if you do not have pets).

💰 Financial & Income

• Income Requirement: Your household's GROSS monthly income must be at least 3 times the monthly rent.
  • Note: Income is verified per household, but all other factors (credit, criminal, rental history) are verified individually.
• Credit Score Guidance: While not the sole factor, credit is taken into account.
  650+ = Very Likely to be Approved
  600 - 649 = Likely to be Approved
  531 - 599 = Possible Approval
  Below 530 = Most Likely to be Denied

🛡️ Resident Benefits Package (RBP)

Monthly Investment: $47.45/mo

All residents are automatically enrolled in our Resident Benefits Package, a premium service designed to provide convenience, professional support, and long-term financial benefits.

Financial & Credit Perks

• Credit Building & Reporting: We report your on-time rent payments to major bureaus to help boost your credit score automatically.
• Late Fee Forgiveness: We understand life happens. Enjoy one-time late fee forgiveness per lease term.
• Resident Rewards: Earn points for everyday expenses and on-time payments, redeemable for various rewards.
• Home-Buying Assistance: Planning for the future? Get professional guidance and resources when you’re ready to transition from renting to owning.

Home & Maintenance Services

• HVAC Filter Delivery: High-quality filters are delivered to your door every 90 days, lowering utility bills by up to 15% and improving indoor air quality.
• 24/7 Maintenance Reporting: Submit requests anytime via our dedicated line or portal for peace of mind around the clock.
• Vetted Vendor Network: Rest easy knowing that any technician entering your home has been pre-screened for safety and quality.
• On-Demand Pest Control: A targeted, reactive approach to keep your living space pest-free.

Convenience & Protection

• Online Portal & Payments: Manage your lease, view documents, and pay rent securely from any device.
• Move-In Utility Concierge: One call does it all. Professional assistance setting up your utilities, internet, and cable.
• Identity Protection: Up to $1M in identity theft protection for all adult leaseholders.
• Master Liability Insurance: Coverage that meets your lease requirements is included (unless you provide your own A-rated policy).

🏡 Rental History

• Required History: At least 2 years of verifiable rental history is preferred.
• Evictions/Debt:
  • No eviction records within the last 2 years.
  • No more than 2 evictions in the last 10 years.
  • No outstanding debt to previous landlords or negative references.
• Bankruptcies: Must be discharged or dismissed (no open bankruptcies).

⚖️ Criminal History (Screened Individually)

Applications may be denied based on criminal history.

• Automatic Denial (Convicted within the past 7 years):
  • Felonies involving acts of violence, sexual assault, drug manufacturing/distribution, arson, or serious theft/burglary.
  • Crimes such as murder, kidnapping, harassment, stalking, or terrorist threats.
• Felonies: Any felony conviction with a release date less than 7 years ago will be denied.
• Misdemeanors: Any misdemeanor conviction may affect the final decision based on the nature of the charge and date of conviction. Proof of resolution may be required.

✅ Approval & Move-In Process

Once your application is approved, follow these steps to secure your new home:

A. Reservation Fee

To reserve the property and take it off the market, a non-refundable Reservation Fee (equal to one month’s rent) is required.

• The property is not reserved until the payment has cleared.
• Forfeiture: If you cancel after paying this fee, the funds are forfeited.
• Lease Timeline: The lease must start within 30 days of paying the Reservation Fee. Rent begins on the lease start date, regardless of your physical move-in date.

B. Accepted Payment Methods

• Money Order or Cashier’s Check
• Wire Transfer: Required for out-of-state applicants (takes 2–3 days to clear; requires PMI Beltline approval).

C. Move-In Funds & Utilities

All funds must clear before keys are released. This includes:

• Security Deposit & Reservation Fee (if not already paid)
• Lease Initiation Fee ($150)
• Resident Benefit Package (RBP) - First Month ($47.45)
• Pet Fees (if applicable)
• Utilities: You must provide proof that all utilities are scheduled to begin on or before your lease start date.