Rental Resources

With so many Fair Housing Laws , it is important for landlords to know how to properly deny a tenant application. The main factors to look at when choosing tenants are: Credit Score, Eviction History, Background Check, Landlord & Employer References, and Income-to-Rent Ratio (3x) . You need to let the prospective tenant know that you will not be selecting their application by sending them an adverse action letter .

If you need to verify the landlord information on a rental application or if you're interested in purchasing vacant property, you can do a free property owner search. The Internet has an abundance of information if you take time to use it.

Before signing a Rental Agreement and any other documents, you should watch this short video overview of the expectations of Tenant & Landlord responsibilities. 

Info for Tenants with Pets

Here are some resources to determine which agreement will work for you.   The Difference Between a Lease and a Rental Agreement Lease vs. Rental Agreement: Which to Choose?

National Real Estate Insurance Group is an independent insurance agency offering custom property and liability insurance packages designed for real estate investors. Whether you own one property or thousands, we simplify your insurance experience and design a benefit package to fit your unique needs. They have a great resource page with updated information.

A Lead-Based Paint Disclosure must be signed by all applicants and returned with your rental applications. The EPA also requires that the pamphlet, “Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home” be made available when renting or selling houses constructed before 1978. This pamphlet may be read or downloaded online at: https://www.epa.gov/lead/protect-your-family-lead-your-home-english LEAD-BASED PAINT DISCLOSURE FORM