Frequently Asked Questions:

1.      How do I make an appointment to view a property?

2.      How do I get an application?

3.      What do I need to bring with my application?

4.      How much is the application fee?

5.      Who needs to fill out an application?

6.      How long does it take to run an application?

7.      Where is your office located?

8.      What are your qualifications to rent a home?

9.      What are your qualifications for a cosigner?

10.   I have a foreclosure/short sale on my record.  Will you still work with me?

11.   I have a bankruptcy on my record.  Will you still work with me?

12.   How can I get updates on new properties?

13.   Why are there some properties without pictures?

14.   Do you accept the Section 8 Housing Voucher?

 

1.      How do I make an appointment to view a property?

Please first drive by the property you are interested in to make sure that you like the outside, the area, and that you know how to get there for your appointment.  Then call our office at (916) 331-6800 to schedule a viewing.  We schedule appointments at least one day in advance.  The south area is only shown before 2pm due to traffic.

2.      How do I get an application?

The agent will bring an application to your viewing appointment.  We require that you (or someone you trust if you are not local) view the property prior to applying.

 

3.      What do I need to bring with my application?

For each adult, please bring a $30 money order or cashier’s check, your photo ID, Social Security Card, and two recent paystubs.  If you own your own business, bring the last two years tax returns.  Please call our office for instructions if you are not able to provide all of these items.

 

4.      How much is the application fee?

$30 per adult. 

 

5.      Who needs to fill out an application?

Anyone over the age of 18 that will be living in the home needs to fill out an application.  If you have a cosigner, they must also fill out an application.

 

6.      How long does it take to run an application?

Usually 3-5 business days.  Sometimes applications can be approved the day they are turned in, and sometimes it takes longer than the average.  Often the delay is getting a hold of your references.  Feel free to call and check in on the progress, and we can tell you what we are waiting on.

 

7.      Where is your office located?

We are located at 5207 Madison Avenue, Suite J, Sacramento, CA 95841.  We are just East of Auburn Blvd.  If you are coming from Highway 80, take the Madison Ave exit and go east.  After the stoplight at Auburn Blvd, take the first left turn into our parking lot.  Go straight in and we are located on the right side. 

 

8.      What are your qualifications to rent a home?

a.      You must make three times the rent in gross income (before taxes).

b.      You must have at least six months good rental history.

c.      You must have good credit.  No evictions.  No civil judgements.

d.      If you do not meet all of these qualifications, we may be able to accept a cosigner and/or a higher deposit. 

 

9.      What are your qualifications for a cosigner?

Cosigners must live in the greater Sacramento area, own their home, their monthly income must be three times the mortgage plus your rent amount, and they must have excellent credit.

 

10.   I have a foreclosure/short sale on my record.  Will you still work with me?

If the rest of your credit is good, we may be able to work with you with a higher deposit and/or a cosigner.

 

11.   I have a bankruptcy on my record.  Will you still work with me?

If your Chapter 7 or 11 Bankruptcy has been discharged for over a year, and there is no bad credit since then, we may be able to work with you with a higher deposit and/or a cosigner.  We do not work with Chapter 13 Bankruptcies.

 

12.   How can I get updates on new properties?

Like us on Facebook!  We will be posting new properties that will show up in your News Feed.  Otherwise, feel free to check back on our website or call or visit our office to see if we have anything new that may interest you.

 

13.   Why are there some properties without pictures?

This usually means that either the property is still occupied, or there is still work being done on the property.  We prefer to show you pictures of the home ready to move in!  Please feel free to still drive by the home and call our office to check if the property is being shown.

 

14.   Do you accept the Section 8 Housing Voucher?

It depends on the property owner.  Some of our clients accept Section 8, and some do not.  Please call our office and ask which of our available properties will accept Section 8.