Thank you for your interest in renting a home managed by EGL Properties. We strive to make the application process fair, transparent, and efficient for every applicant. Before submitting your application, we encourage you to review the information below so you understand our qualification standards, required documentation, fees, and lease policies.
If you have questions about your specific situation, please contact our office before applying. We’re happy to answer your questions and help you understand the application process.
Application Requirements
Every applicant who is 18 years of age or older and will occupy or co-sign for the residence must submit:
- A separate rental application
- A $45 non-refundable application fee
- All required supporting documentation
Application fees cover the cost of processing your application and do not guarantee approval or that the property will be held for you.
Even if you have recently completed another rental application or had your credit checked elsewhere, you must submit an application through EGL Properties. Outside applications and screening reports cannot be accepted.
Required Documentation
Each adult applicant must provide:
- Two forms of valid identification (one must be a government-issued photo ID)
- Your two most recent pay stubs
- If paid in cash, a letter from your employer on company letterhead
- If self-employed, your most recent tax return
- Current employer contact information
- Proof of your current or most recent residence (such as canceled rent checks, payment receipts, rental ledger, or recent utility bill if you own your home)
If you use a credit monitoring or identity protection service such as LifeLock®, please temporarily authorize credit inquiries before submitting your application. Credit freezes or blocks may delay or prevent processing.
Incomplete applications or applications missing required documentation will not be processed.
Qualification Criteria
Applications are evaluated using multiple factors, including but not limited to:
- Credit history
- Income
- Rental history
- Overall application strength
General qualification standards include:
- Minimum credit score of 650
- Combined household income of at least 2 times the monthly rent
- At least three years of positive, verifiable rental or homeownership history
Applicants using housing vouchers or rental subsidies are evaluated in accordance with applicable California law. Income requirements are based on the tenant’s portion of the rent, and alternative documentation may be accepted where permitted.
If qualification standards are not met, EGL Properties may request a qualified co-signer.
Pet Policy
Pet policies vary by property. Please review the rental advertisement carefully before applying.
General guidelines include:
- Pets are permitted only when specifically stated in the listing
- Maximum of two pets per household, subject to owner approval
- Pet Screening is required through PetScreening.com
- Monthly pet fees may be charged (currently up to $75 per pet, subject to change)
- Small caged animals under one pound and aquariums under 10 gallons generally do not require pet screening
Residents requesting approval for a support animal should also complete the required registration through PetScreening.com.
Application Approval
If your application is approved:
- A lease agreement will be emailed electronically for signature.
- The lease must be signed within 48 hours.
- The security deposit required to hold the property must be received within 24 hours after lease signing.
- Failure to meet these deadlines may result in cancellation of the lease offer.
Applications may be transferred to another available EGL Properties rental within 30 days of the original application.
Current EGL residents wishing to transfer to another managed property must complete the application process as a new applicant.
Fees
If approved, applicants should expect the following charges:
- $95 Lease Preparation and Administration Fee (subject to change)
- Resident Benefits Package: $24.95 per month (subject to change)
The Resident Benefits Package includes valuable services such as:
- 24/7 emergency maintenance line
- Secure Resident Portal
- Multiple online payment options
- Utility Concierge Program
- Licensed and insured maintenance vendors
- Home Buying Assistance Program
All move-in funds must be paid electronically or by cashier’s check. Personal checks are not accepted.
Lease Terms
Standard lease policies include:
- Lease terms must end on the last day of a calendar month
- Lease signing is completed electronically
- Rent payments are made online
- Maintenance requests are submitted through the Resident Portal
- Annual rent increases may occur in accordance with market conditions and applicable laws
- Residents are responsible for utilities as outlined in the property listing
- Residents in HOA communities must comply with all HOA rules and regulations
- Liability insurance is required before move-in
- Approved applicants are generally expected to begin their lease within 14 days of approval
- Smoking is prohibited inside the home and anywhere on the property
- All properties are drug-free in accordance with applicable federal and state laws
- EGL Properties is committed to Equal Housing Opportunity
Time Is of the Essence
Approval does not guarantee that a property will remain available indefinitely.
A property is considered reserved only after:
- The lease has been signed
- The required security deposit has been paid
Generally, properties may only be held for up to 72 hours. However, if another qualified application is received, that holding period may be shortened to 24 hours. If the required lease documents and deposit are not received within the required timeframe, the property may be offered to another qualified applicant.
Common Reasons an Application May Be Declined
Applications may be denied for reasons including, but not limited to:
- Incomplete applications
- Missing documentation
- False or misleading information
- Insufficient income
- Credit history that does not meet qualification standards
- Recent evictions or landlord collections
- Unsatisfactory rental references
- Non-discharged bankruptcies
- Unpaid child support obligations
- Another applicant being more qualified
If multiple adults are applying together, every applicant must qualify. If one applicant fails to meet the qualification requirements, the application may be denied for the entire household.
Roommate Information
When multiple residents sign a lease, each person is jointly and severally liable for all lease obligations. This means every roommate is equally responsible for rent payments, lease compliance, damages, and other financial obligations—even if one roommate fails to pay their share.
Security deposits are not divided or refunded when one roommate moves out. Deposits are returned only after all residents have vacated the property and a final move-out inspection has been completed.
Because EGL Properties cannot mediate disputes between roommates, we strongly encourage roommates to create their own written roommate agreement addressing rent payments, utilities, cleaning responsibilities, guests, security deposit arrangements, and move-out expectations.
By understanding these policies before applying, you’ll help ensure a smoother rental experience for everyone involved.