Leasing Information

Thank you for expressing interest in one of my personally owned rental units. I am a licensed Realtor in the State of Virginia and my license is held at the office of Real Estate III in Charlottesville, VA. This page will help guide you through the process of leasing a property.

 

Getting Started

After finding a listed property, you will first need to contact me. I will then provide you with further details about the property. If you have a continued interest, we will then schedule a time that best fits both of our schedules to show the property.

 

Upon Viewing

Once the property has been viewed and you remain interested, you will then fill out an application and a reservation form.

 

 

The Application Process

All interested persons must fill out a rental application and a reservation form.

The application fee is $15.00 per person. The application fee is non refundable. The reservation deposit is $50.00. Both fees must accompany the application and reservation form. Filling out the application and reservation form constitutes an agreement to sign a lease for the property applied for upon approval. If you choose not to sign a lease or to terminate the application process prior to approval or disapproval, the application fee and deposit will be forfeited. If the application is not approved the deposit will be refunded in full within (30) days. Once the application is reviewed and approved, your next step is the signing of the lease. Upon signing the lease your $50.00 deposit will be credited towards your security deposit.

 

Signing of the Lease

Once the application is approved the signing of the lease must commence within two business days to assure your claim to the property. I recommend you view the online sample lease provided in order to help expedite the process. A careful reading and understanding is required and I recommend and encourage questions to help ensure your complete understanding. I prefer everyone within the group to sign the lease together, but understand that this can be difficult and will accommodate accordingly.

 

Security Deposit

A security deposit is due at the signing of the lease. This acts as a mutual agreement on behalf of both parties that the said property will be reserved for you until the commencement of the lease. The security deposit is usually one month rent, but can be as high as two months rent, and asked to be paid in a single check.

 

First Months Rent

Your first months rent is due in cash on the date your lease begins. If your lease begins on the first of the month then only that month’s rent is due. If your lease begins after the first than the prorated portion of that months rent plus the next months rent is due, in cash, on the date your lease begins, unless some other mutual arrangements have been made. All other rents thereafter may be paid by check or money order.

 

I hope I am successful in guiding you through this process. For any questions please feel free to call or e-mail.

 

Equal Housing Opportunity

Contact: Cathy Crosby, owner/agent and Realtor at Real Estate III

Phone: (434) 962-4147 Fax: (434) 296-1614 Email: CC5544@aol.com

Web Address: www.cathycrosby.com

 

Application for Rental

Return to: Cathy Crosby, Owner/Agent

Real Estate III, 500 Faulconer Dr. Charlottesville, VA 22903

Mobile 434-962-4147 Fax 434-296-1614

Email : cc5544@aol.com Visit: www.CathyCrosby.com

 

Address of property you are applying for: _________________________________________________

 

1. Applicant’s Name _______________________________________ Date of Birth_______________

Social Security Number ____________________________

Present Address ____________________­­­­___________________ City ________________________

State ________ Zip ________ Current Home Phone _____________ Cell Phone _______________

Email Address ___________________________________How long at present address ___________

Marital Status: Single ____ Married ____

Are you paying or receiving Child Support or Alimony: Yes or No Amount $___________

Employer _________________________________________ Position _________________________

Work Phone _______________How long at current job _________ Weekly Salary _______________

Supervisors Name __________________________________ Phone ___________________________

Current Landlord ___________________________________ Phone ___________________________

 

 What is your current rental payment? ______

2. Spouse Name ___________________________________________ Date of Birth_______________

Social Security Number ____________________________

Mobile Phone __________________________ Email Address _______________________________

Employer _________________________________________ Position _________________________

Work Phone _______________How long at current job _________ Weekly Salary _______________

Supervisors Name __________________________________ Phone ___________________________

 

3. List Name, Age and Relationship of all persons to be occupying the premises (including children,

Relatives and other co - residents)

Name _____________________________ Age ______ Relationship ______________________

Name _____________________________ Age ______ Relationship ______________________

Name _____________________________ Age ______ Relationship ______________________

 

 

4. List vehicles to be parked on premises: All must be registered, insured and in operable condition:

Type of Vehicle ______ YR _____ Make ___________ License ________ State ______

Type of Vehicle ______ YR _____ Make ___________ License ________ State ______

 

5. We may consider pets at certain properties. Do you have a pet? How many? Dog _______

Cat _______ Age ____ Size ______ Weight _______ Breed ________ Other ____________

Is this an Indoor or Outdoor pet___________________ Do you crate your pet? ___________

 

6. Do you smoke ____________  Y  N   SMOKING IS PROHIBITED INSIDE DWELLINGS.

 

7. Name of your Bank _____________________________________ Branch location __________________

Checking Account Number ______________________

 

8. Why are you leaving your present address: ___________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

9. In case of Emergency, notify: Name _______________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________City ___________________ State_________ Zip ______

Home Phone: _________________ Mobile Phone: _______________ Relationship __________________

 

10.  Are you, your spouse or roommate a non citizen?  Y    N   If yes, all non citizens must complete a non US    citizen   information form and supply appropriate documentation with application.   The non citizen information form is available upon request.  

 

Have you, your spouse or roommate ever:

   been evicted or asked to move out?                 Y    N

   broken a rental agreement or lease contract?   Y    N

   been sued for damages to a rental property?    Y    N

   declared bankruptcy?                                       Y    N

 

If “yes” to any of the above, please explains: _______________________________________________

 

 

 

Applicants are considered if they have:

1.  Current and past landlord verification. Good rental history.

2.  Monthly income to be a minimum of three times monthly rent.

3.  Verification of income and steady employment history:  Current two pay stubs and/or prior two year  

      tax return ( if self employed or receiving alimony) are required at signing of lease .  Steady and consitant 

      empoyment history.

4. Adequate Credit References and Credit Scores - A minimum of four active accounts with regular 

    monthly  payments  held for  2 or more  years. All accounts must be in good standing with no 

    irregularities, collections etc.

5. No more than two unrelated parties will be considered per unit. 

6. Two forms of Identification are required at signing of lease:  Driver’s license or state picture ID and  

   Social Security Card.

7.  Pets may be considered a certain properties.  Ask for details on pet policy

Applicant(s) represent all information provided are true and complete.

It is understood that submission of this application does not guarantee approval. All information provided has to be verified. It is also understood that all applications received will be given equal opportunity and will not be based on a first come first served basis.

I _____________________________ and ____________________________ Residing at ____________________________ Unit #____ City ____________ State ____ Zip _____ understand the rental application requirements and hereby authorize Cathy Crosby or other representative from Real Estate III to verify the foregoing information to evaluate my tenant, credit, employment, references and/or criminal history. Applicant(s) also authorize the release of information contained on the application sought by such inquiries. THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGES THAT REAL ESTATE III IS AN AGENT FOR AND OWES PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO THE PROPERTY OWNER.

 

A non refundable application fee of $15 first person   is required upon submission of application.

Applicant Signature ________________________________ Date ____________

Applicant Signature ________________________________ Date ____________

 

Equal Housing Opportunity

 

 

 

Cathy Crosby

Real Estate III

500 Faulconer Drive, Charlottesville, VA

(434) 962 - 4147 Fax (434) 296-1614

 

EMPLOYMENT / RENTAL VERIFICATION FORM

 

The person(s) listed below has submitted an application for housing. Please assist the approval process by

answering the following questions. This information is for our confidential use for qualifying this applicant.

 

Your prompt reply will be appreciated and will facilitate the speed with which we can respond to this applicant’s needs.

 

Thank you for your cooperation.

 

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EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION

 

Name: __________________________ Position: _______________________________

Hired Date: _____________________________ Annual Salary: $ __________

 

Is employment permanents? Yes NO Part-time Full-time

 

Additional Comments: _______________________________________________

 

Verified by: __________________________________ Date: _______________

Title: __________________________________

RENTAL VERIFICATION

 

Name: ______________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________

 

Is rent paid promptly? Yes NO Any complaints in file? Yes No

 

How many times late? ___________ Has required notice been given? Yes No

Period of residency: _______ to _____ What was the unit condition when vacated? ____________

Amount of rent: $________________ Would you rent to this person again? Yes No

Has legal action ever been taken? Yes No Was the require notice to vacate given? Yes No

 

Additional comments; __________________________________________________________

 

I authorize Cathy Crosby/Real Estate III to verify any and all information contained in the application

and to inquire into my credit, character, general reputation, personal characteristic and mode of living

and I release all concerned from any liability in connection with any information they give.

 

________________________________________ ________________________

Applicant Date

________________________________________ ________________________

Applicant Date

 

RESERVATION AGREEMENT

 

Return to: Cathy Crosby, Owner/Agent

Real Estate III, 500 Faulconer Dr. Charlottesville, VA 22903

Mobile 434-962-4147 Fax 434-296-1614

Visit: www.CathyCrosby.com

 

 

 

Reservation is hereby made for APARTMENT / DUPLEX/ TOWNHOME OR HOUSE

at ____________________________________________________________________

 

for occupancy on ________________________________,20___

Applicant agrees to execute a lease before possession of the property for the term of

______________ at the rental rate of ___________________ per month within two

business days of application approval. Upon signing of lease the $50.00 deposit will be

credited towards the Security deposit.

 

In the event this application is approved and applicant does not execute a lease within

two business days of application approval, the deposit will be forfeited. If the application

is not approved the deposit will be refunded in full within (30) days.

 

The undersigned has read and understands the foregoing terms and conditions of

application and herby agrees to the terms and conditions of the application.

 

 

_______________________________________________ _________________

Signature of Applicant Date

 

_______________________________________________ _________________

Signature of Applicant Date