Rental Advertisement Advice - Tacoma
A year later and we're finally ready to rent. I'd love feedback from anyone in Washington State (in particular the Tacoma area) on our advertisement. We've done quite a bit of research and seem to be within the law...but this is our first so I'd like to be as certain as we can. Following is the advertisement (followed by photos):
Property Description
Property TitleHouse near PLU
Property DescriptionWe are renting a newly renovated home just a couple of blocks from PLU. Refinished hardwood floors in many areas, one carpeted bedroom, and new laminate in the master bedroom. Large backyard and simple, easy to maintain landscaping. Incredible view of Mount Rainier!
Washer and dryer are provided in the laundry room, a new high efficiency furnace has been installed, kitchen and bathroom have been completely refinished. Includes a dishwasher. New roof to be installed in next month.
Note: fireplace in master bedroom is non-working.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Gross income must be three times the rent and must be documentable (meaning income must be $3,750/month or $45,000/year)
No evictions or foreclosures in the last 5 years
No felonies or other criminal activities in the last 10 years
Landlord contact information for last two places you've lived or the last two years - whichever provides more contacts
Co-signer is acceptable if you have no rental history (co-signer must meet all standards and may be subject to additional requirements upon review)
No pets/animals over one pound - no exceptions
All occupants must be on the original lease (no sub-leasing)
All occupants must be met by property manager/owner (exceptions for military personal with recommendations and contact information for commanding officers)
Maximum occupancy = 4 adults or 2 adults + 3 children
12 month lease
No Section 8
Required for Move-in:
1st months rent ($1,250+$48)
Last months rent ($1,250+$48)
Damage Deposit ($750)
Utility Deposit ($150)
TOTAL $3,496
Rental application fee paid by tenant. Online application. $35
Must have valid US social security number
Blocks from PLU, Wilson High School and Keithly Middle School. Moments to 512 and one exit from I-5. Minutes from JBLM and McChord AFB.