Evictions
Evictions happen. No one likes to talk about them, and we certainly don't like to have to file them. We are cautious with previous evictions, but that does not mean someone with an eviction history can't rent from us. If you have been evicted within the past 12 months, we ask you call our office to see if a pre-payment option is available. If your eviction was over 12 months ago, but less than 36 months (1-3 years), you will likely see a maximum deposit amount, and possibly some pre-paid rent required. For evictions dated between 36 and 60 months (3-5 years), we typically require 2 times the typical deposit.
An important aspect when looking at any eviction regardless when it was filed, is the balance, if any. Paying a balance from an eviction, even after you have moved out, helps provide a higher level of confidence your account with us will be paid off.
While negative history does not automatically disqualify an application, it may affect other options, rates or any security deposit that may be required. If you have some collections on your credit report, you may have 1.5-2 times the deposit we would normally request. (Example: if a highly qualified applicant's deposit would be $1000, your total deposit may be $1500 - $2000. Additional funds may be requested as pre-paid rent. Pre-paid rent is applied to the end of your lease/occupancy.)