SJA Property Management
Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is your move-in policy?
All lease start dates must be within 21 days of application approval, provided the property is available.

2) How do you choose applicants?
We process 1st-come and 1st-serve so long as all applicants over 18 have applied and have seen the listing.  All applicants 18 years and older must complete an application and pass the screening criteria.  Applicants not fully completing the application will be passed for the next applicant(s) applying for the house.

3) Do you do Virtual Tours?
Yes! Call or text 425-230-6655 Just book a showing and text 425-230-6655 that you have a showing and need to make it a Virtual Tour. We will send you a Zoom Link.

4) What are the Move-In Costs?
Total move-in costs can vary between properties so please check the descriptions in the listing for specific details. In general, the move in costs include the first month’s rent, one month of rent for the security deposit, and a $150 tenant onboarding fee. If you have pets (not ESAs nor service animals), there are pet deposits for every pet. When you are approved, the property managers will let you know the exact dollar amounts associated with the move-in.

5) What is the Resident Benefit Package?
There is a $36.50/monthly Resident Benefit Package that is added to the rent. This fee does not cover the costs of utilities. More details can be found on the SJA PM website here: https://propertymanagersseattle.com/resident-benefit-program/

6) What is the lease break entail?
If a tenant vacates the property before the expiration of the lease term, you will be obligated under the terms of the lease for the rental payments for the remainder of the term or until the property has been re-rented, whichever is less. The tenant will also pay any rental costs incurred by the Landlord, including but not limited to utility charges, advertising costs, statutory costs, and any leasing fees sustained by the Landlord. SJA will work diligently to lease the property as soon as possible and keep your expenses low. It will be in everyone’s best interest if the property is in show condition for prospective new tenants.