- We fully comply with the Fair Housing Act and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act.

- We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, familial status, disability, source of income, age, or any other protected characteristic under state or federal law.

- A completed, signed rental application is required for each adult (18+) occupant.

- A valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, state ID, or passport) is required to verify identity.

- An application screening fee of $60 will be charged per applicant.

- Gross monthly household income should typically be at least 3 times the monthly rent.

- Acceptable proof of income includes recent pay stubs, tax returns, bank statements, or official benefit statements.  Self employed applicants must provide two years tax returns for verification.

- We verify employment directly with the source (written or verbal).

- A credit report is obtained.

- We review overall creditworthiness, including timely payments, outstanding debts, and derogatory items.   

- Applicants with limited verifiable income may be considered with a qualified guarantor for lack of income only, not for a lack of credit.

- Prior rental history is verified through previous landlords or property managers.  Lack of verifiable rental history or ownership may be grounds for denial.

- We look for timely rent payments, lease compliance, and proper notice given at move-out.

- Evictions or significant lease violations within the last 7 years may result in denial.

- A criminal background check may be conducted in compliance with state and local laws.

- We evaluate only convictions that are legally permissible to consider under California’s Fair Chance Act and local ordinances.

- Arrest records not resulting in conviction, sealed records, or expunged cases are not considered.

- We follow California’s generally accepted standard of two persons per bedroom plus one additional occupant(unless local codes specify otherwise).

- Additional considerations for infants and small children are applied per HUD guidelines.

- Pet policies vary by property; check the individual property.  Any permitted pet must comply with local ordinances and property rules.

- We accept all lawful & verifiable sources of income, including housing subsidies such as Section 8 (Housing Choice Vouchers).