APPLICATION PROCESS

Please review the list of criteria.  If you feel you meet the criteria apply, because I would be happy to rent to you.  Also, if you have any questions or concerns, please ask.

Applicant Screening Criteria

  A complete application.  One for each person over the age of 18.  If a line isnt filled in (or the omission explained satisfactorily), it will be returned to you.  Additionally, it is Above and Beyonds policy that an applicant must see the INTERIOR of the property before your application can be deemed complete.

  There is a $35 application fee per person and is due when the application is submitted.  This fee is non-refundable and must be paid in cash or money order.  Applications will be processed in the order in which they are received.

  Photo ID is required, preferably a drivers and it must be presented with the application.

  RENTAL REQUIREMENTS:  Rental history must be verifiable from an unbiased source.  2 years of positive verifiable rental history from a 3rd party reference will be required.  Rental history of at least 1 year but less than 2 years will require an additional security deposit equal to one months rent.  Rental history of less than one year will require a qualified co-signer AND payment of an additional security deposit equal to one months rent.

  It is your responsibility to provide us with the information needed to contact your past landlord(s).  Above & Beyond reserves the right to deny your application if, after making a good faith effort, I am unable to verify your rental history.

  INCOME:  The combination of your monthly income must be at least 2 1/2 times the amount of the rent amount.  Income must be verifiable through stubs, employer contact or tax records.  All other income, including self employment must be verifiable through bank statements.  For section 8 applicants, the amount of assistance will be considered as part of your monthly income.

  CREDIT REQUIREMENTS:  Good credit will be required.  Outstanding bad debt ( ie, slow pay, collections, repossession, judgments & wage garnishment programs) being reported to the credit bureau which total more than $500 will require an additional security deposit of $300.  Bad debt totally over $1500 will require an additional security deposit equal to one months rent. Your application will be denied if you have any utility bills in collection  If you have filed bankruptcy with in the last 2 years (it has to be discharged) an additional security deposit equal to one months rent will be required. 

  CO-SIGNERS:  in order to qualify as a co-signer, you must have income equal to a minimum of 4 TIMES the amount of rent and an excellent credit rating. (Co-signers will be required to complete an application also).

  Section 8 Information Access:  Section 8 applicants must sign a consent form allowing the HOUSING AUTHORITY to verify information from your file regarding your rental history. (Please note:  not all properties in Above & Beyonds inventory will accept HUD)

YOU WILL BE DENIED RENTAL IF

  You misrepresent any information on the application.  If misrepresentations are found after a rental agreement is signed said rental agreement shall be terminated immediately.

  You have an FED (court ordered eviction).

  You will denied rental if in the last five years you have ever been convicted of the manufacture or distribution of a controlled substance, and/or any other felony /misdemeanor convictions.  In the last five years you have a conviction for any crime that would be considered a threat to real property or to residents peaceful enjoyment of the property.

  Previous landlords report significant complaint levels of noncompliance activity including but not limited to:

        Repeated disturbance of the neighbors peaceful enjoyment of an area

        Reports of gambling, prostitution, drug dealing or drug manufacturing

        Damage to a property above normal wear and tear

        Reports of violence or threats to landlords or neighbors

        Allowing persons not on the rental agreement to reside on the premises

        Failure to provide proper notice when vacating the property

        Previous landlords would be disinclined to rent to you again for other reasons       pertaining to the behavior of yourself, your pets, others allowed on the property       during your tenancy.

        You, your roommate(s), your guests, or a family member demonstrate       aggressive, obnoxious or objectionable behavior.

RENTAL AGREEMENT:

If you are accepted, you will be required to sign a rental agreement/lease which you will agree to abide by the rules of the agreement. A complete copy of your rental agreement/lease is available for anyone who would need to review it.

MONEY ORDER OR CASHIERS CHECK WILL BE THE ONLY ACCEPTABLE FORM OF PAYMENT FOR MOVE IN MONIES. A personal check will be accepted for payments after you have moved in.  Only one check will be accepted for payment of rent.

                                 APPLICATION TO RENT

Property Address: ________________________________ Contact #: _______

Full Name: _______________________________________________________
                    First                                            Middle Initial                                                   Last
Social Security Number:_________________________
Date of Birth:_______________________License Number:________________

Spouse Name:_____________________________________________________
                                          First                                  Middle Initial                                                 Last

Current Address: ___________________________________________________
How long there? From:__________ To:______________________
Landlord Name:_________________________Contact Number:_____________
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Previous Address: _________________________________________________
How long there?  From:__________ To: _____________
Landlord Name: ________________________Contact Number:______________

Previous Address: _________________________________________________
How long there? From:___________ To:_________________
Landlord Name:__________________________Contact Number:____________

Why are you vacating present residence? ________________________________
Have you ever been: evicted (  ) yes (  ) No  Been sued by Landlord (  ) Yes (  ) No Filed Bankruptcy (  ) Yes (  ) No When?
H ave you ever been convicted, plead guilty or plead no contest to any criminial offense?(  )Yes (  ) No What?

EMPLOYMENT
Applicant Employer:___________________________ How Long?___________
Supervisor: __________________________Telephone: (___)_______________
Job Title:_______________Take home pay ________/month Full time_Part time_

Spouse Employer:___________________________ How Long?___________
Supervisor: __________________________Telephone: (___)_______________
Job Title:_______________Take home pay ________/month Full time_Part time_

Other income $_________/mo  Source:________________________________
Other income $_________/mo  Source:_________________________________

PERSONAL PROPERTY
Automobile Make__________ Model/Year________ License#_____State___
Automobile Make__________ Model/Year________ License#_____ State___
Automobile Make__________ Model/Year________ License#_____ State___
Other Vehicle/Boat_______________________________________________

PETS
Type__________ Size: _________Weight_________
Has your pet ever injured anyone or damaged anything?  (  ) Yes  (  ) No

Do you smoke?  (   )Yes (   ) No

For Purposes of Identification Only, please list names and ages of other persons to occupy unit: __________________________________________
                    __________________________________________
                    __________________________________________
                    __________________________________________

BANK REFERENCES
Bank:___________________Branch____________ Checking Acct#__________
Bank:__________________Branch:___________Cehcking Acct#:____________
Bank__________________Branch____________ Acct type/#_______________

PERSONAL REFERENCES
Tenant screening or consumer report consists of:
  a) credit history of 7 years, including credit standing:
  b) public records, including but not limited to judegments, liens, evicitons and status of collection accounts
  c) information verification and/or;
  d) current obligations and credit ratings and
  e) criminal records


>Applicant has the right to dispute the accuracy of any information provided to the landlord by a screening service or credit reporting agency.
>I am aware that an incomplete application may cuase delays or result in denialo of tenancy
>I certify that the above information is correct and complete and hereby authorize you to make any inquiries you feel necessary to evaluate my tenancy and credit standing (including, but not limited to credit checks)
>I acknowledge that I have received a copy and havve read Above & Beyonds' Screening Guidelines


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Applicant                                                                           Date

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Spouse                                                                                 Date