Tenant Qualification Criteria

Our Qualification Standards

At Chase Calhoun Real Estate, we apply the same clear, consistent, and legally compliant standards to every applicant. The criteria below outline what we look for so you know exactly where you stand before you apply.

Income Requirements

Gross monthly income must be at least 3x the monthly rent
All income must be verifiable
Self-employed applicants must provide tax returns or bank statements

Credit History

Credit is evaluated as part of the overall application
600+ preferred, but lower scores may be considered
Additional deposits may be required for higher-risk applicants

Rental History

Minimum of 2 years preferred
No evictions within the past 5 years
No outstanding landlord balances

Employment

Must demonstrate stable, verifiable income

Criminal Background

Evaluated based on nature, timing, and relevance to safety

Occupancy

Maximum of 2 persons per bedroom

Pet Policy

Subject to approval with possible fees and restrictions

Conditional Approvals

May require increased deposit or additional documentation

Denial Criteria

Evictions within 5 years
Outstanding landlord debt
Fraud or unverifiable information

Fair Housing

All applicants are screened consistently and in compliance with Fair Housing laws

Final Determination

Based on overall application strength

Ready to Apply?

Have questions about whether you qualify, or ready to start your application? Reach out, we typically answer the phone.