Future resident checklist

Before you apply

Viewing the home

You can view a home during any scheduled open showing. Call our office at 248-284-6990 to find out when the home you’re interested in has its next showing, or to set up a specific appointment. Some homeowners require a completed application before we can show their home, and some require 24 hours’ notice. We’ll do our best to work with everyone’s schedule.

Application process

We try to give you an answer on your application as quickly as possible. You can make the process smoother by having all the necessary paperwork ready to submit with your application. Your two most recent pay stubs or your most recent tax returns are very important to our decision. Without them, your approval can be delayed.

Application fee

There is a one-time, non-refundable application fee of $65 per applicant. Applications are available online only and are kept on file for up to 6 months.

What we look at

Income

JMZ Management requires a minimum income of 3 times the monthly rent of the home you’re applying for. All income must be provable. Include any other sources of income, such as child support, alimony, disability income, assistance income, workers’ compensation and investment income. Include proof of income with your application, for example your 2 most recent pay stubs.

Credit

Bad credit alone may not cause your application to be denied. Credit is only one of the factors we use. If you’re unsure of your credit, you can get your free reports at AnnualCreditReport.com.

Prior rental history

If applicable, we will contact your current landlord and any prior landlords we can identify. We also check court records related to landlord-tenant issues. This is the most important part of your application, so please give us as much information as possible.

Pets

Each property owner has a different policy on pets. Typically, JMZ Management requires a non-refundable pet fee of $350 per pet. We do our best to note any restrictions on each home’s listing, so ask us if you’re not sure. JMZ Management requires dog owners to carry renter’s insurance that covers their specific pet. If your insurance carrier won’t insure you because of your dog’s history or breed, we will not waive or change this policy.

Number of residents

As a general guideline, JMZ Management uses two occupants per bedroom. Some property owners have their own occupancy restrictions, and as long as they conform to fair housing guidelines, those restrictions override our general guideline. Some homes, such as those in retirement communities, may have age restrictions or other occupancy limits.

Application timeframe

The application process generally takes 24 to 48 hours. To avoid delays, fill out all paperwork as accurately and completely as possible.

Acceptance

Before we take a home off the market, these conditions must be met:

1. The applicant has completed and signed an application with accurate information and paid the $65 application fee. The fee can be paid over the phone by credit card.
2. The applicant has provided proof of income and a copy of their state identification.
3. The applicant has paid a holding deposit equal to at least one month’s rent. More may be required, at the sole discretion of JMZ Management.