Rental FAQ
These are some of the most Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to rent a home?
Please call our office or the agent listed in the ad to set an appointment to view the property you are interested in. Upon viewing the property, you can complete an application with the Agent. You can apply for a home without paying a “Rent Reservation Payment”. However, the property will stay on the market until we have an approved application AND a “Rent Reservation Payment”. If you apply and your application is approved, make sure to get us the “Rent Reservation Payment” quickly so that someone else doesn’t get your new home.
Who must complete an application and what are the requirements?
All adults age 18 and over must present photo identification and complete an application. We will check your landlord and employment references to determine your ability to pay the rent on time and to take care of the property.
How much is the application fee?
All individuals completing an application must pay a $35 ($50 for married couple) non-refundable fee with the application.
What do the application and reservation fees cover?
The application fee will cover the processing of credit, employment and residential history. The Rent Reservation Payment holds the property for you until your scheduled move in date at which time it is applied to the first month’s rent charge.
What if my application is denied?
The application fee is spent when we process the background check. The “Rent Reservation Payment” will be returned to you in full.
When will the application and reservation fees be deposited?
The application fee will be deposited as soon as processing starts. The “Rent Reservation Payment” will be deposited 24-hours after notification of an approved application and becomes non-refundable at that time. We tell any other interested parties that the property is rented and we are holding it for you until the scheduled move in date.
How much is the security deposit?
The security deposit is equal to one month’s rent. The security deposit is paid when you move in and must be paid by certified funds (cashier’s check or money order).
The pet addendum, and any related deposit or fee is negotiated on a case by case basis but usually starts at $300 per animal. The pet fee is non-refundable. Our pet addendum requires that the Resident have the property professionally treated for fleas and the carpet professionally cleaned once they move out with paid receipts for both.
In addition, we do not allow the following breeds based on their aggressive behavior. This is not an all-inclusive list, but includes the following dogs: Chow, Malamute, Great Dane, St. Bernard, pit bulls, Huskies, German Shepherds, Doberman, Rottweiler and any wolf-mix.
The first month’s rent or pro-ration of the month and the full one month’s security deposit are due at move-in regardless of the day of the month.
What are the standard lease periods?
Generally our leases are for a minimum period of 12 Months.
Rent is due on the first of each month. A $50./DAY late fee is assessed if we have not received your rent by the 5th day of the month.
What are the penalties for early termination of a lease?
If you decide to move out prior to the end of the lease term then you will be required to give us 60 days written notice, pay rent through that 60 day notice period, pay a penalty, and leave the property in a clean and “rent ready” condition. The early termination fee is equal to one month’s rent.
If you would like to apply to rent one of our listings, please complete our information request form. We will follow up with you soon. If you are sending this outside of normal business hours, please bear in mind that we will process these applications as quickly as we can on a first come, first served basis.