Property Management

Since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, a growing number of Applicants present with qualifying credit scores but also have delinquent accounts, including past-due balances, charge-offs, judgments, and liens. Prior to COVID-19, this combination was uncommon. Today, it is increasingly typical.

Despite clear disclosure in our Lease Application that delinquencies are not permitted, many Applicants proceed with the expectation that an exception may be granted based on their overall credit score. To ensure consistent and equitable application of our screening criteria under Fair Housing Laws, the Broker does not grant exceptions to published standards, including Debt-to-Income ratio limits and delinquency thresholds. In our evaluation, the presence of delinquent accounts is weighted more heavily than the credit score alone.

We recommend that Property Owners position their property competitively to attract Applicants who meet our “Low Risk” criteria, including a qualifying credit profile without delinquencies. However, for Owners who prefer greater flexibility, we offer an optional “High Risk” Management Plan that permits Applicants with substantial delinquencies.

It is important to remember that under any Management Plan, the Broker does not guarantee the performance of the Tenant.

For Listing/Management Agreements signed on or after April 12, 2026.