Application question regarding sections left blank.

[Omar Guerrero]

Hello, if a potential renter has filled out only a portion of the application and has left important information, such as SS, reasons for being convicted, previous employers, no personal references and gross income blank, Can we request for them to resubmit the application with all fields filled out? Thank you, any information is appreciated as I am new to being landlord in the San Bernardino County.

[Al D.]

You absolutely should request them to fill it out completely. Those boxes are not there for decoration - but they know this.

There is nothing wrong in telling them that unless they fill it out completely, you will no longer consider them for becoming your tenants.

Just make sure to keep the incomplete app for your records - to protect yourself. And make sure that you apply same rules to all applicants.