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Renter FAQ'S Part 3

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Aamerican Property Management and Sales
Credit History:
National Credit ratings cannot be higher than a 3 on all trade lines. All collections against you must show paid. (Over a three rating means not more that 60 days past due.) No Credit History is OK.
Bankruptcy:
You cannot have filed bankruptcy in the last 18 months, and the bankruptcy has to have been discharged at least one year ago, from the date of application for a unit. Your credit history from the date of bankruptcy has to be perfect.
Eviction & Skip History:
No evictions or skip history in the last six years, No Exceptions!
Criminal History:
No citation or convictions in the last seven years for such crimes as Possession of Drugs with the Intent to Distribute, Rape, Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Child Molestation, Burglary or Murder. No citations or convictions in the last year for such crimes as Possession of Drugs or Domestic Violence.
Incomes:
Single or Married: Combined income must be at least three times the rent on the unit they are renting.
Roommates: Each roommate must have an income of at least two times the rent on the unit they are applying for.
Employment:
You must have at least six months on the job. If less than six months on the job, then the previous employment has to be checked, and must be at least six months of employment on that job.
Rental History:
Must provide all information on your current and previous landlords for the last three years. Good rating from all landlords is a must!
Pets:
Pet policies vary from home to home. Most homes will allow one pet. No puppies or kittens. We have a pet agreement that must be signed saying you will be responsible for your pets and any damage that they cause. Additional deposits may apply.
Fair Housing:
It is unlawful to discriminate against any person based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, or familial status. We strictly adhere to this policy.
You may pick up an application at our office or call and we will fax one to you. We ask that you drive by the property then call our office for an appointment to view that property. Our screening process is usually completed in one day after our office receives your application. We must have the $30.00 screening fee before we can process your application.
Utility Information Guide (often provided with “Reservation Agreement”)
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