The application will ask you for the following information: your place of employment, past employers, names and addresses of your current and past landlords, your Social Security number, driver's license number and authorization for the landlord to run a background and credit check.
Housing (rent or mortgage) should not be more than 1/3 of your income before taxes. If you work full time (40 hours) at $12 per hour, that's $2000 per month, so you shouldn't spend more than $667 per month on housing. That's definitely going to restrict where you can live.
The application will ask you for the following information: your place of employment, past employers, names and addresses of your current and past landlords, your Social Security number, driver's license number and authorization for the landlord to run a background and credit check.
Renting an apartment isn't as easy as waltzing in and saying “I'll take it!”—particularly in today's competitive rental market. With many prospective tenants to choose from, landlords can be picky, and they will prioritize applicants with a track record of paying off debts and respecting their neighbors and community.
The landlord must begin the eviction process by giving you appropriate written notice. This notice may either be a 3-day, 30-day, or 60-day depending on the reason for eviction.
Steps to Add a Tenant to an Existing Lease Acquire a Written Request to Add a Tenant. Check the Unit's Occupancy Limit. Require a Completed Rental Application. Screen and Approve/Deny the New Tenant. Review the Details With Each Tenant.
At least one tenant who is 18 years of age should be on the lease for your California rental property. When someone signs a lease, they are agreeing to be responsible and held liable for any damage to the property or missed rent payments.
Consider a Lease Co-Signer or Guarantor While we live in the land of entrepreneurs, pulling yourself up by your bootstraps, and “can-do” attitudes, it's okay to ask for help. A guarantor or co-signer on a lease for a rental space will often allow those who cannot provide proof of income with an opportunity to rent.
Renting, especially on a short-term basis, can sometimes come with higher monthly costs due to the increased flexibility it offers the landlord. For instance, a studio apartment for rent on a month-to-month basis might be more expensive per month than the same apartment under a lease agreement.