1) What are the Rental Requirements / Qualifications?
Applicants must have a minimum credit score of 650 unless otherwise noted in the property listing. Applicants with lower scores may need a co-signer. Applicants should have a history of paying rent and bills on time. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify an applicant, but an explanation must be provided. Any eviction within the past 7 years will result in disqualification. Only fully completed applications will be reviewed. All required sections must be completed by each applicant. False or misleading information will result in disqualification.

2) Is proof of income required?
Applicants must provide verifiable legal income that is sufficient to cover the rent. In most cases, monthly gross income must be at least 3 times the rent amount. For applicants with housing vouchers (such as Section 8 or RAP), income requirements may be adjusted based on voucher benefits. Income that cannot be verified will not be considered.

3) What is the application process and cost to apply?
All adults age 18 or older who will live in the property must complete an application. There is no application fee, but a $40 per person background check fee is required. Applications or credit reports from other systems will not be accepted. All applicants and co-signers must apply through our system (paper applications are available upon request). Co-signers must also complete an application and pay the $40 background check fee. The fee includes credit, criminal, and eviction screenings. Apply online at www.bits.ws/apply

4) Is a rental history required?
Positive landlord or housing references are required. We will verify your rental history for the past 2 to 5 years, including your current and previous housing references. References must show a history of on-time rent payments, proper notice before moving out, no major complaints, no bounced checks, no property damage, and no history of violence. Applicants may also be asked to provide proof of their last 3 to 6 rent payments.

5) How much is the move-in money?
Move-in costs usually include the first month’s rent, a security deposit equal to 1–2 months’ rent (based on credit and rental history), and any applicable pet or cleaning fees. The security deposit is due within 24 hours after approval. The first month’s rent and any other fees must be paid at least 10 days before move-in.

6) Do you accept Section 8 and Housing Vouchers?
Yes, in compliance with Connecticut State Law, we accept all legal forms of payment, including government housing voucher programs such as Section 8, RAP, and others applicable to our area. We strictly adhere to the rules of these programs and will only engage in leasing activities authorized in writing by program caseworkers. Prospective tenants using housing vouchers must submit them along with their application and provide a statement from their caseworker confirming that the program will authorize the full rent for the property being applied for.

7) Co-Signer Requirements (if needed) Co-Signer Requirements (if needed)
Co-signers are required if an applicant does not meet income or credit requirements. Co-signers must be at least 18, have verifiable income of at least 5 times the rent, and a strong credit history (usually 700+). They must complete an application in our system and pay a $40 background check fee covering credit, criminal, and eviction checks. Co-signers are legally responsible for the lease if the tenant cannot meet the terms. All co-signer applications must be fully completed for approval.

8) What is your pet policy?What is your pet policy?
Pets are considered on a property-by-property basis. If allowed: 1) All pets/animals must be screened on Petscreening.com 2) A pet addendum is required, 3) there is a move-in non-refundable pet fee of $300, and 4) pet rent is $25 per pet / per month, 5) Only dogs and cats will be considered (no critters, farm animals, rodents or reptiles allowed), 6) No dangerous breeds will be permitted.

9) Is Renters Insurance Required?
Yes, all tenants are required to maintain renters insurance the entire time that they are leasing the property.

10) Will you hold a property for me?
No, we will not hold any property. We will continue to advertise, show and take applications until the deposit is paid and the lease is signed.

11) Do you rent any smoking properties?
No, all of our properties are non-smoking; we do not allow smoking or burning of any kind in our rentals.

12) How do we handle utilities?
All tenants must be able to put utilities in their name, which they will be responsible for at the rental they are applying for. We require proof that utilities are in the tenants name before we will turn over keys to them.

13) What if I don't show for an appointment? What if I don't show for an appointment?
Prospective tenants who do not show up for their scheduled showing/viewing appointments (or who are late without making prior arrangements) will not be considered for tenancy by our company.  We will not schedule future showing/viewing appointments for any no-shows.

14) How do I pay rent?
We offer multiple ways for our tenants to pay rent including: paying in our online portal via checking or savings account, paying in our online portal via credit card (merchant fees apply), mailing a check in to our office, paying in person at CVS or Walmart