Screening Criteria

Thank you for choosing Rental Zebra! Please be prepared to pay the non-refundable application fee. In addition to completing this rental application, you will also be required to provide a copy of a valid form of identification and proof of income.

Before you apply to rent one of our properties, please take the time to review our screening policies. Application fees are non refundable. All persons 18 years of age or older are REQUIRED to complete separate rental applications. The term “applicant(s)” under this policy means the person(s) who will be signing the Lease as “residents.” The term “occupant(s)” in this policy means the person(s) who are authorized occupants under the lease.

Occupancy Guidelines:

The maximum occupancy for Rental Zebra properties is two persons per bedroom, plus one additional occupant per home. Occupancy standards may vary by region based on local city, county, and state laws.

Who Needs to Apply:

Anyone 18 years of age or older, who will be residing in the property, needs to complete their own, separate applicant. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, unless deemed an adult under applicable law with respect to the execution of contracts. In respect to property jurisdiction within state law, some applicants will be required to provide current proof of emancipation.

Credit:

A credit report will be completed on all applicants to verify credit ratings. Income and credit history will be entered into a credit scoring model to determine rental eligibility and security deposit levels. Unfavorable accounts which negatively affect this score include, but are not limited to: collections, charge-off, repossession, current rent delinquencies, prior bankruptcy filings; open bankruptcies will result in an automatic denial of the application. ADDITIONAL DEPOSITS MAY BE REQUIRED FOR CERTAIN CREDIT SITUATIONS.

Guarantors (Co-Signers):

One (1) guarantor per household is allowed. Guarantor is subject to increased creditworthiness and must prove income at least four (4) times the monthly rent or greater. Guarantor is required to sign and be held financially responsible to the terms outlined in the lease and any subsequent lease extensions and renewals.

Income:

The combined gross income for all applicants in one home must be equal to or greater than three times the monthly rent. All applicants must produce consecutive pay stubs for the six weeks prior to the application date. Additional sources of verifiable income may be considered; including: notarized handwritten pay stubs, child support, grants, pensions, GI benefits, disability, trust funds, social security and savings accounts. (Six current, consecutive bank statements must be provided for any of the additional sources of income listed above if proof cannot be provided directly by the supplier.) If you receive financial aid as a full-time student, please attach a copy of your 1098T Form as your source of income.

Employment:

If applicant is starting a new job, applicant must provide a “letter of intent to hire” from the employer.

Self Employed, Retired, Unemployed:

Applicant must provide previous year income tax return and previous two months bank statements, or twelve months of financial statements, and must exhibit zero negative references. Seasonal employment must be verified by providing the prior years tax return.

Background Check:

Criminal history considered.

Rental History:

All applications will include an evaluation of verifiable rental or mortgage payment history for the last 24 months. If a previous landlord cannot be contacted, 6 consecutive months of proof of payment must be verified and a copy of the lease contract provided. Applicants lacking verifiable rental or mortgage history may be required to pay an additional deposit. Applications for residency will automatically be denied for any/all of the following reasons:

• Outstanding debt to previous landlord or outstanding NSF check
• Breach of prior lease or prior eviction, or in process eviction of any applicant or occupant
• More than one late payment and/or one NSF charge within the last 6 months, or 2 late payments and/or NSF charges within the last year

Pets:

No more than two pets are allowed per home. Aggressive breeds will NOT be allowed. Pets must be a minimum of one year in age. No puppies or kittens are authorized. Pets with previous bite incidents will not be allowed. Current vaccination records, license and current photo of the pet(s) are required prior to approval. There is a $300 deposit for each acceptable pet. Aquariums are not allowed. Pet rent will be charged.

• Aggressive Breeds include but are not limited to: Akitas, American Pit Bull Terrier; Anatolian Shepherd; Bull Mastiffs; Chow Chow, Doberman Pinscher; German Shepherd, Great Dane; Huskie, Malamute, Pit Bull Terrier, Presa Canario, Rhodesian Ridgeback, Rottweiler, Saint Bernard, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Any Wolf-Dog Hybrids. Any mixed breed dog that has any unacceptable breed as part of the dog's lineage will be denied.
• No exotic or wild animals, including but not limited to birds, reptiles, monkeys, ostriches, snakes, lions, tigers or alligators are allowed.
• Qualified service animals are not subject to breed restrictions or deposit.

**Management reserves the exclusive right to accept or reject any pet at any Rental Zebra property. **

Vehicles:

One vehicle is allowed per garage parking space. One additional vehicle is allowed. Vehicles must be operational and have current registration. Boats or trailers are not allowed at any time. If additional vehicles are needed, written management approval must be provided.

Deposit Levels:

The results of the tenant screening report, credit score and market rent of the home will determine the amount of the deposit.

Falsification of Application:

Any falsification in Applicant’s paperwork will result in the automatic denial of Application. In the event an applicant falsifies his/her application information, owner has the right to hold all deposits and fees paid to apply toward liquidated damages.

Application Fees:

As allowable by State and Local legislation, a separate payment in the form of check, cashiers check, money order, for the application fee must be provided with the completed application. Debit/credit card may be used with online application. These funds will be deposited on the same business day, or following business day if collected on a weekend or holiday.

Applicant will not be considered until the application and all required supplemental information has been fully executed and returned, and all applicable fees have been paid.

If your application is approved, Citizen Home Solutions will contact you to assist with setting up your water, gas, electricity, internet, cable/satellite TV, and security monitoring. By submitting your application, you hereby agree that Citizen Home Solutions may contact you via email, text, and or phone call.

Rental Zebra reserves the right to rescind any application approval.

I have read and understand the entire resident screening policy of Rental Zebra.

Application Fee: $50.00