Application Process

Procedures for an application:

Please review this page for information on the application process. After reviewing, please use this link to submit your application.

Property Condition: Applicant is strongly encouraged to view the Property and surrounding area (criminal and sex offender info) prior to submitting any application. Landlord makes no express or implied warranties as to the Property's condition. By submitting an application, you accept the property As-Is. (With the exception of any mechanical systems in the home that are not functioning as designed per our rent ready requirements. Cosmetic requests will be at the property managers discretion)

Business Relationship: The relationship between a Landlord and tenant is a business relationship. A courteous and businesslike attitude is required from both parties. We reserve the right to refuse renting to anyone who is verbally abusive, swears, is disrespectful, makes threats, has been drinking, is argumentative, or in general displays an attitude at the time of the showing or during the application process that causes management to believe we would not have a positive business relationship.

Please have the following items ready before applying:

  • Last 3 years addresses and Landlord Contact Information

  • Employer and Previous Employer: Name, Contact, Start Date, Salary

  • Emergency Contact Information

  • Copy of ID (driver’s license, ID card, passport, etc.)

  • Proof of Income

    • For W2 employees - Two (2) months of current paycheck stubs.

    • For 1099 employees & self-employed – Previous three (3) months bank statements AND previous two (2) years tax returns

    • Unverifiable income will not be considered or may require an additional security deposit. (Ex: SSI, Child Support, Disability, etc)

  • 2 Pictures of pet(s)

Application Process: Emerson Property Management, Inc. is committed to equal housing and we fully comply with the Federal Fair Housing Act (FFHA) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). We do not discriminate against persons because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We also comply with all state and local fair housing laws. We offer application forms to everyone who requests one.

  • Complete applications are run in the order they are received and are processed simultaneously if multiple applications are received.

  • All applications and fees are submitted online.

  • An application is considered complete when:

    • Each person 18+ residing at the property submits their online applications with all supporting documents uploaded.

    • Complete a Pet/No Pet/Service Animal screening using the following link: https://emerson.petscreening.com/ whether you do not have a pet, have a pet, or have a support/service animal.

      • Cost for Pet Profile Screening: $20 for first profile, $15 for each additional profile per year. A renewal discount is offered if profile is renewed before expiration.

Please Note:

  • Incomplete applications will not be processed.

  • Applications may take between 3 - 5 business days to process. Emerson Property Management or representative will run credit, criminal, eviction history, verify employment, income and rental history. (if landlords or employers are not responding in a timely fashion, this can delay the process)

  • Emerson does not accept a signed lease or deposit from applicant until the applicant has been approved and applicant has accepted terms.

Congratulations! You have been approved! Here’s what happens next:

  • Once an application has been approved, you will receive an Approval Letter with the terms of the lease.

  • A $250 expedite fee is charged to anybody who wants to move into the property within 7 days of being approved.

  • Emerson Property Management must receive the signed lease and the security deposit within 48 hours (excluding Sundays) of Acceptance Acknowledgement email from Leasing Agent or we will move on to the next approved applicant. Emerson cannot hold the property for an approved applicant without a signed lease and security deposit.

    • Once the Security Deposit is paid, Emerson Property Management will remove the property from the market and will not lease the Property to another person. Emerson Property Management does not hold any property more than 30 days.

    • Once the Security Deposit is paid, if you decide not to sign the lease agreement and/or move into the property on the agreed-upon date, Landlord will retain the Security Deposit and may lease the Property to another person.

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please call us at (832) 802-0848 or email us at info@emersonpropertymanagement.com.