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Sterling23 Standard Procedures for Rental Units Application

1. Put an application for the apartment . $500 good faith deposit is collected at the time of application and refundable if your application is not approved.

2. Send your documents which could income but not limited to: 2 recent pay stubs, recent income tax including w2, bank statement, letter of emeployement, proof of rental history, picture ID (within 24 hours)

3. Credit check is $20 per person. Fee would be waived if you provide recent credit check within 30 days that include FICO score and history.

 

4. Approval process takes 1-3 buisiness days.

5. Once your application is approved you have 1-2 business days to sign the lease. At the lease signing 1 month rent, 1 month security depsoit and payment of the 10% broker's fee is required( unless landlord is covering the brokers fee). Funds has be in cashiers checks or money order. Personal checks are not acepted. 

6.  Wait for your move-in date and enyoj your place

7. Dont forget to set up your utiltty bill :)

8. LOVE Sterling23

 

The Budget: For obvious reasons, a budget is an important factor in determining what apartment or rental property a renter can afford. The price of a property depends on a variety of factors - size, location, condition, features, neighborhood amenities, schools among others. It is key to determine a budget at the beginning of the application process to have an understanding of what you can afford.

  • Approximate costs of Application Process: (credit reports/application fee) - Both applicants and guarantors are required to submit credit reports, no exceptions.
  • Credit reports and application fee is $20 per person.
  • Lease signing requirements: Once all completed application materials have been submitted, Sterling23 can usually get our clients approved for their apartment or rental property that same day.
  • Almost all applications are approved within 1-2 business days.
  • Renter must have completed all application materials. This includes reference letters and supporting documentation.
  • Approved clients are expected to sign lease immediately and provide necessary funds. Lease signings take place within 24 hours of application approval.
  • Renters sign their lease and provide necessary funds regardless of when the lease starts.
    • Funds: Renters generally provide 1st month's rent and equivalent of 1 month's rent as a security deposit.
    • This money is fully refundable in case a client gets rejected.
    • When paying the deposit ask for a receipt that states, the money will be refunded if you are rejected.
    • When signing a lease, renters should have funds for rent, security and broker fee (if any).
    • Money should be in a certified form Bank Checks: Certified checks or Money orders.
    • Personal checks are not accepted.
  • Miscellaneous Fees:
    • Sometimes landlords/management companies require new tenants to pay a move in deposit.
    • This fee can range from $250 - $600.
    • Move in fees are usually refundable as long as there is no damage done to a building while moving.
    • Some landlords/management companies require renters insurance.
    • When renting in a condominium or in a co-op, renters should expect processing fees, move in fees and other miscellaneous fees sometimes in total of $250 - $1100 in non-refundable fees.