Reviewed by Rocket Lawyer On Call Attorney Emilyn Arbital, Esq
It's easier to
choose responsible tenants when you know something about their background, and
a Rental Application lets you do just that. When you're a landlord renting out
a hot property, you may need more to go on than a prospective tenant's honest
face. You'll need real information from the applicants. If you're interested in
renting a property, fill out a Rental Application to let landlords know you're
ready to move in.
Use the Rental
Application document if:
You
are renting out a property.
You want to
document each applicant.
You want to
perform background and credit checks on applicants.
A
Rental Application is almost like a resume for apartment seekers. It can help a
landlord quickly weed out applicants who don't meet particular criteria - such
as having a paycheck big enough to cover the rent. Prospective tenants can
prove they're up to snuff. If you're a landlord, you can check on an
applicant's work status and ask for references from past landlords or property
managers.
You'll likely want permission to run a credit check and perhaps even
do a background check. Want to find out if an applicant has a pet or a
waterbed? Do it before you draw up a lease. As a landlord, you have certain
rights and responsibilities. There are certain things you cannot use to decide
whether someone is an acceptable tenant. We'll let you know what criteria are
considered discriminatory (for example, you can ask about waterbeds, but in
some states, you can't bar all students). Landlords should keep all Rental Applications
on file to document their fair practices.
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