Application Process

1. Briefly describe the Application Process
2. Do I inspect the unit before submitting an application?
3. How long does the Application Process take?
4. What do I need to bring to complete a Rental Application?
5. How much is the Application Fee?
6. How much is the Binder and Security Deposit?
7. What is a Binder?
8. When do I have to pay/post the binder?
9. Does T. R. Lawing Realty accept VISA/MasterCard for application fees, binders and security deposits?
10. Does T. R. Lawing Realty accept unmarried adult singles?
11. Briefly describe our Income, Credit & Rental History policies.
12. How good must my rental and/or credit history be?
13. What do I do if I see repairs that I want made?
14. What is a Contingency Form?

Briefly describe the Application Process:

• Find a unit; inspect the interior; submit an application; post a security deposit; pay the first month's rent; sign a lease.
• Review our vacancy list and select one or more unit you are interested in. Our entire list is available on this website at our office (1445 E. Seventh St) or from one of our Leasing Agents by phone or in person.
• Inspect the interior of the unit you are interested in. Everyone must inspect the specific unit he/she is interested in before submitting a Rental Application. Keys are available weekdays from our office. You will need a Photo ID and $20 cash for the key deposit.
• Complete a Rental Application which is available on this website (click here) or from one of our Leasing Agents on weekdays.
• You will need to show a Photo ID and have a valid Social Security Number.
• Our Application Fee is $45 and we accept Cash, Personal Check, VISA & MasterCard.
• Each applicant must also post a Binder of $200 when applying. If the application is approved, the Binder will be applied toward the first month's rent. If the application is not approved, the Binder will be promptly refunded. Click here for more information about binders.
• We process each Rental Application as quickly as possible. Generally, all background checks are completed in 24-36 hours.
• Assuming that all vacancy repairs are completed, you can move into your new home as soon as your Application is accepted.
• Each Applicant is required to post a Security Deposit and sign a lease before moving into their unit. The amount of the security deposit varies by property and rental rate. Ask your Leasing Agent for more details.

Do I inspect the unit before submitting an application?

• Yes.
• In fact, we do not accept Rental Applications until the applicant has personally inspected the specific unit he/she is interested in.

How long does the Application Process take?

• Rental Applications are available on this website or at our office (1445 E. Seventh St.)
• Click here for directions to our office.
• Completing the application takes about 15-25 minutes.
• Processing the application generally takes 24-36 hours.

What do I need to bring to complete a Rental Application?

• Photo ID
• Valid Social Security Number
• $45 Application Fee (Cash, Personal Check, VISA or MasterCard)
• Proof of marriage if the husband & wife have different last names. Click here for more information about unmarried adult singles.
• If you are currently employed, your most recent pay stubs
• If you are self-employed, copies of your most recent tax return and copies of your recent bank statement
• If you are starting a new job, the job offer letter from your new employer
• If you have a pet, please bring a picture of the pet

How much is the Application Fee?

• $45 for a married couple or single applicant
• $35 per person for 2 or more unmarried single applicant
• All applicants over 18 years old must complete a separate application
• Cash, Personal Check, VISA or MasterCard

How much is the Binder and Security Deposit?

• The Binder is $200
• The Security Deposit varies by property, rental rate and an applicants creditworthiness. It can vary from $200 to 2 full months rent. Please ask your Leasing Agent about specific vacancies.

What is a Binder?

• Good faith money posted as part of the Rental Application process. A binder does not hold a property.
• If accepted, the binder amount is applied to the first month's rent, although the applicant must deposit the required "security deposit" before taking occupancy.
• In the event the applicant fails to take possession after the rental application is accepted, the binder is forfeited as liquidated damages.

When do I have to pay/post the binder?

• When you submit the Rental Application.
• Either with cash, money order, VISA or MasterCard.

Does T. R. Lawing Realty accept VISA/MasterCard for application fees, binders and security deposits?

• Yes

Does T. R. Lawing Realty accept unmarried adult singles?

• Yes
• Married couples must be able to prove they are married. Generally, two photo ID’s (such as driver’s licenses) with the same last name are sufficient. An alternative is to present a Marriage Certificate.
• The combined income of married couples will be considered to meet the income requirement (i.e., 3 times the monthly rental rate)
• The income of unmarried singles will not be combined and each single must qualify individually to meet the income requirement (i.e., 3 times the monthly rental rate)

Briefly describe our Income, Credit & Rental History policies.

• Each adult applicant must have a valid Social Security Number.
• Applicants must have verifiable monthly income from a local employer equal to or greater than three times (3x) the monthly rental rate.
• Any non-employment or passive income must be guaranteed.
• Applicants must have two or more acceptable credit ratings or references, within the last 3 years.
• Applicants must have a history of satisfactory rent payments and occupants with all previous landlords.
• Applicants must have given sufficient notice-to-vacate at their last address.
• Judgments and evictions from any previous landlord are considered bad credit.

How good must my rental and/or credit history be?

• Click here for our complete Application Processing, Credit & Income Guidelines.

What do I do if I see repairs that I want made?

• Applicants must personally inspect the property and, as part of the application process, request any repairs they desire.
• Repair requests approved by T. R. Lawing Realty become mutually Agreed To Contingencies of the Rental Lease, provided there are at least ten (10) working days between agreement and occupancy.
• The owner reserves the right to seek an increased rental rate if the repairs are estimated to cost more than $200.
• Any repair request added after submission of the Rental Application may not be completed prior to occupancy and can be accomplished at the convenience of the maintenance personnel.

What is a Contingency Form?

• A list of repairs requested by the applicant and agreed to by both parties at the time the application is accepted.
• Click here for "What do I do if I see repairs I want made?"

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