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RENTAL SCREENING GUIDELINES & CRITERIA

IMPORTANT: Until a lease is executed for the particular property, management will continue to accept applications.  Even approval of an application does not guarantee placement unless a lease is executed.  A subsequent application may be approved in a quicker time frame depending on the objective quality of the applicant.  Applicants will be notified of their application results and placement once the application is complete.

 

All applicants must be well-qualified and meet certain financial and personal standards.  Common reasons applicants are declined include, but not limited to, the following:

    1. Information provided on the application or any verification is misrepresented or falsified, such as but not limited to employer information, landlord information, and forms of ID.   ***All documentation/information is verified
    2. Applicant or someone associated with the Applicant harasses, threatens or otherwise mistreats any Employee, Agent or affiliate of Residential Renters.
    3. Credit Score below 575, unless property listing presents a different standard.
    4. Bankruptcy within the past 3 years regardless of the outcome.
    5. Insufficient Income or if you are unable to provide proof of income.
    6. We are unable to verify employment or source of funds.
    7. Excessive past due debt.
    8. Eviction filed in the last 3 years regardless of outcome.

 

Applications are processed in the order they are received. The only exception is that preference is given to the households able to take earliest occupancy.

 

Application approval time frame depends on the accuracy of the information provided.

 

If you are not the first completed and qualified applicant on a home, you will have the option to move your application to any of our other listings without needing to re-apply. Once completed and approved, your application will be good with us up to 90 days from the date you applied.

 

All application status updates will be sent via email or text message. While we understand that you’re anxious to know the status of your application, we will work as quickly as possible to review your information and provide our final decision.

 

DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION WITHOUT READING AND AGREEING TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED UNTIL SCREENINGS ARE COMPLETED AND RECEIVED.

 

By submitting an application, you agree to all the terms of our rental criteria you understand that you may or may not be awarded the home based on the first completed and qualified application in accordance with Federal Fair Housing Law, and you acknowledge that tenant background screening processing fees are not refundable.

To view our conditional applicant screening criteria, click the button below.

 

Conditional Criteria

Exclusive to Safe House Property Management Residents.

*Does not apply to Self-Managed properties.  Ask your agent about property eligibility.

The Safe House Property Management Resident Benefits Package (RBP) delivers savings and convenient, professional services that make taking care of your home second nature. By applying, Applicant agrees to be enrolled and to pay the applicable total cost of $65/month, payable with rent. 

Your RBP may include, subject to property mechanicals or other limitations:

Resident Benefit Package ($65/month)

  • Online portal that includes access to your account, documents, communication and payment options.
  • 24/7 online maintenance reporting.
  • Vetted vendor network: we find the technicians who are reputable, licensed, and insured.
  • Move-in concierge service that includes a one call set up your utility services, cable, and internet services.
  •  Credit Reporting, Monitoring, and ID Theft protection.
  • A resident rewards program that helps you earn rewards for paying your rent on time.
  • Renters Liability Insurance that meets all lease requirements from an A-rated carrier.
  • HVAC air filter delivery directly to your door approximately every 90 days.
  • On-Demand Pest Control that includes an innovative pest control service that provides an effective, reactive, and targeted approach to pest control.

Liability Insurance requirements and options:

The Landlord requires Tenant to obtain liability coverage of at least $100,000 in property damage and legal liability from an A-rated carrier and to maintain such coverage throughout the entire term of the lease agreement. Tenant is required to furnish Landlord evidence of the required insurance prior to occupancy, at the time of each lease renewal period, and upon request.

To satisfy the insurance requirement, Tenant may either (1) be automatically enrolled into a policy that satisfies the coverage requirements as part of the Resident Benefits Package; or (2) obtain alternative liability coverage from an insurer of Tenant’s choice. The option Tenant chooses will not affect whether Tenant’s lease application is approved or the terms of Tenant’s Lease.

Option 1: Do nothing. Tenant will be automatically enrolled into an insurance policy as part of the Resident Benefits Package. No further action is required. Coverage will begin on the effective date of Tenant’s lease and continue throughout the lease term. Please refer to the evidence of insurance that is supplied by Safe House Property Management for additional coverage details.

Option 2: Buy a policy. If Tenant prefers, Tenant may find, purchase, and maintain another policy that satisfies the Landlord’s requirements. The Resident Benefits Package monthly amount will be adjusted accordingly. Visit http://insurance.residentforms.com/ and follow the instructions listed there to provide evidence of the required insurance coverage to your Landlord. The Resident Benefits Package monthly rate will be adjusted by the premium amount in the policy.

Please be sure that your policy meets the following criteria prior to submitting:

  • Policy is purchased from an A-rated carrier
  • Policy meets or exceeds the required $100,000 in property damage and personal liability
  • Safe House Property Management is listed as “additional interest”
  • InsuranceSupport@SecondNature.com is also listed as “additional interest”
  • Safe House Property Management address is listed as: PO Box 660121 Dallas, TX 75266 

It is Tenant’s responsibility to pay premiums directly to your insurance provider. If the policy is terminated or lapses, Tenant agrees to be subsequently enrolled into the policy referenced in Option 1 above.

NOTE: The total monthly cost of the Resident Benefits Package is all-inclusive, and no discounts will be given if any element of the package is unavailable due to a lack of HVAC or another limitation at a specific property. All services are subject to the terms and conditions of the Resident Benefits Package Lease Addendum.

 

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Each Occupant 18 years or older, must complete an individual application using a unique email.

Residential Renters does its best to match qualified renters with prospective landlords, but the ultimate approval decision is made by the landlord. Furthermore, this application does not guarantee a lease for the property you are applying for, nor does it hold the property. Only a signed lease will secure the property.

All requested information on this application must be completed. You will be denied rental if you misrepresent any information on the application. If misrepresentations are found after a rental agreement is signed, your rental agreement can and/or will be terminated at lessor's request.

After submitting your information you will be requested to submit a fee of $30.00 through our third party screening process. A link will be sent to your email provided below.

Pet Policy:

Please confirm the pet policy for the property you are applying for. All our properties differ in pet policies regarding what kind of pet, weight, and number of pets allowed.

ALL APPLICANTS REGARDLESS OF PETS MUST COMPLETE PET SCREENING APPLICATION

*For applicants who DO have Pets, at the end of the application process, you will be asked to click on the PetScreening.com link. This link will direct you to PetScreening.com to complete a REQUIRED Pet Application and pay the required $25/pet profile fee.

*For applicants who DON'T have a pet, please visit the link mentioned above and complete a REQUIRED 'No Pet' profile at no additional cost.

Fair Housing Statement

We are a fair housing provider. We do not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, disability, creed, marital status, public assistance, ancestry, and sexual or affectional orientation. Furthermore, Residential Renters does its best to match qualified renters with prospective landlords, but the ultimate decision is made by the Landlord.

Application Requirements

Each adult eighteen (18) years of age or older must complete a rental application in its entirety. Your application will be denied if all portions are not fully completed. If you misrepresent any information on the rental application, your application will be denied.

Personal Identification

You must provide a valid government-issued photo ID and copy of a utility bill (or other bill acceptable to landlord) with your name and current address on it dated within the last three (3) months.

Occupancy Restrictions

No more than two (2) persons per bedroom permitted. City of Milwaukee prohibits more than three (3) unrelated tenants occupying a premises without valid rooming house license.

Rental History

You must provide contact information for both your current and prior landlord. Your application will be denied if, after making a good faith effort, your current and prior landlord cannot be contacted to verify your rental history. If your current or prior landlord report that you or your guests or invitees engaged in behavior in violation of your rental agreement including, but not limited to, disturbing the quiet use and enjoyment of the premises by other tenants and/or neighbors, allowing persons or pets not listed on your rental agreement to reside with you, and/or failure to pay any outstanding balance, your application will be denied.

If you previously owned a home you must provide address and proof of ownership.

Prior Evictions

If a judgment of eviction has been entered against you within the last three (3) years your application will be denied.

Income & Employment

Total gross household income/funds must be verifiable and at least three (3) times monthly rent. All occupant incomes will be considered in addition to co-signers, if applicable.

If you are employed, your income must be verifiable. You must provide contact information for any and all employers for any job that you would like to be considered. Your application will be denied if, after making a good faith effort, your employer cannot be contacted to verify your income. You must also provide acceptable written documentation including, but not limited to, a paycheck stub dated within the last 30 days or your most recent tax records. If you are self-employed you may have to provide a business license, tax records, bank records, and/or client references.

Calculation: Total Rent x 3 ≤ Total Gross Household Monthly Income

Co-signers are acceptable in the event they meet the following requirements:
(1) Credit/Resident score of 675 or above;
(2) Income greater than 4 times monthly rent.

Financial Background

Your application will be denied if a money judgment has been entered against you within the last three (3) years and you have not satisfied the judgment by paying all monies owed. Your application will also be denied if your credit report indicates that you have an account that is past due more than sixty (60) days. If you have only one minimally past due account your application will be considered if a reasonable explanation for the delinquency is provided.

Co-signers are acceptable in the event they meet the following requirements:
(1) Credit/Resident score of 675 or above;
(2) Income greater than 4 times monthly rent.

Criminal Convictions

Your application will be denied for the following reasons: (1) you have been convicted of manufacturing or distributing a controlled substance as defined in sec. 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. § 802); (2) you have been convicted of a felony or released from custody or supervision for a felony conviction, whichever occurred later, within the past five (5) years, and the crime shows a demonstrable risk to tenant safety and/ or property; or (3) you have been convicted of a misdemeanor within the last three (3) years and the crime shows a demonstrable risk to tenant safety and/or property. For felony or misdemeanor convictions, other than for the manufacturing or distributing of a controlled substance, consideration will be given to the nature and severity of the crime, your age at the time of the criminal activity, and the amount of time that has passed since the criminal activity occurred. Additional factors may also be considered on a case-by-case basis. It is your responsibility to provide any supporting information or documentation regarding any prior criminal convictions that you would like to be considered.
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