Rental Requirements

Pre-Screening Requirement:

Koja Property Solutions, LLC (KPS) requires all prospective applicants to complete a pre-screening form before scheduling a property tour. This step is essential in our tenant application process, as it helps us determine whether you meet the minimum rental application requirements prior to viewing the property. Completing this form allows us to respect both your time and ours by making the process more efficient and streamlined.

The following property management policies apply to all applicants for properties managed by Koja Property Solutions, LLC, as well as to owners and investors utilizing our tenant placement services.

Some advertised properties may have specific pet restrictions; please confirm these details before submitting your application.

As part of our screening process, we require certain documents, including a copy of your ID, Social Security card, recent pay stubs, and bank statements. 

We request this information to ensure a fair and accurate screening process. These documents allow us to verify each applicant’s identity, income, and financial stability. They also serve as important records in the event of any disputes, audits, or legal matters.

We encourage you to review all policies carefully. If you meet the qualifying criteria, we welcome you to submit an application for consideration.

If you’re not comfortable providing the required documentation, we respectfully ask that you do not submit an application.

Property images are for illustration purposes only and may differ from the actual property due to property enhancement or change, in accordance with our property management policies. Please review our rental application requirements and follow the tenant application process for more details.

Koja Property Solutions, LLC is committed to establishing fair and consistent property management policies that ensure equal housing opportunities for all applicants and residents. We comply with all federal, state, and local Fair Housing laws and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, national origin, or any other protected class. 

Our goal is to provide clear rental application requirements and ensure that every individual has equal access to housing and real estate services through a professional and respectful tenant application process.

Koja Property Solutions, LLC, located at P.O. Box 371345, Decatur, GA 30037, has represented the Owner in this transaction and is compensated by the owner. While Koja Property Solutions, LLC has not acted as a representative for any tenant or occupant in this transaction, it adheres to property management policies that outline rental application requirements and the tenant application process.

All applicants—as part of our property management policies—and all individuals aged 18 and older who will reside in the property—must provide a valid government-issued photo ID along with one of the following: A U.S. government-issued Social Security number, a current work visa (I-94), or a temporary resident alien card confirming approved entry by the U.S. government (I-94W). 

Please note that any rental application requiring false, missing, or incorrect information will not be processed. All submitted applications become the property of Koja Property Solutions, LLC. 

If a co-signer is needed, they must also complete and sign a separate application, along with the payment of a $75.00 application fee. Applications will not be considered without the required application fee, as outlined in our tenant application process.

Each applicant is required to pay a $75.00 non-refundable application fee as part of the rental application requirements. Applications submitted without this fee will be deemed incomplete and will not be processed according to our property management policies. All applications must be completed online through our website or via our Google application form. Please note that the application fees are non-refundable, regardless of the approval or denial status during the tenant application process.

All approved applicants must comply with the rental application requirements by paying a one-time non-refundable administrative fee at move-in. This fee, which ranges from $100.00 to $300.00, varies depending on the property and is part of our property management policies. The administrative fee encompasses lease preparation, move-in coordination, account setup, and other related costs associated with the tenant application process.

Applicants must demonstrate a minimum of one (1) year of stable employment as part of the rental application requirements. Employed applicants are required to provide two (2) months of bank statements along with recent pay stubs. For self-employed individuals, they must submit their two (2) most recent tax returns and twelve (12) months of bank statements. Additionally, documentation of earnings from Social Security, child support, alimony, or spousal support must be provided at the time of application. Please note that any income that cannot be verified will not be considered under our property management policies. Unemployment benefits are not accepted as a source of income. All applicants must have a combined, verifiable net income (after tax deductions) of at least 2.5 times the monthly rental rate for the desired property.  

Acceptable income verification within the tenant application process includes:  

A. Pay stubs: Employees must provide four (4) pay stubs, while weekly employees must submit eight (8) pay stubs.  

B. Employment verification on company letterhead, signed by a direct supervisor or an authorized representative from payroll or human resources.  

C. Two (2) years of tax returns.  

For subsidized housing applicants: If you participate in a subsidized housing program, income requirements will be based on the portion of rent for which you are responsible—unless the program covers 100% of the rent.

The property management policies state that the maximum number of residents permitted to dwell in any property shall not exceed two (2) occupants per bedroom. Additionally, unincorporated Cobb County enforces a rental application requirement that limits occupancy to no more than 2 unrelated adults per household, which is an important aspect of the tenant application process.

Under our property management policies, any eviction filings within the past two (2) years may lead to automatic denial of your application. Additionally, outstanding rental balances, property-related collections, or unpaid landlord debts could also affect your rental application requirements and result in denial during the tenant application process.

Each applicant must demonstrate a minimum of one (1) year of verifiable and satisfactory rental history as part of our rental application requirements. Satisfactory rental history includes consistent on-time payments, proper notice given prior to vacating, and leaving the property in good condition without damages. Homeowners must authorize verification of their mortgage payment history directly with their lender during the tenant application process. Applicants who have less than one (1) year of acceptable rental history or those who are first-time renters may be considered with an additional security deposit that equals the standard deposit for the property, or with an approved guarantor, provided all other qualifying criteria in our property management policies are met.

Credit score requirements are established by each property owner and may vary by property. Our general minimum credit score guideline is 550. Specific credit score requirements will be communicated to all applicants consistently and in accordance with Fair Housing guidelines prior to the submission of a rental application. Meeting the minimum credit requirement does not guarantee approval; additional factors, including income verification, rental history, and background screening, are also considered in the tenant application process. Please note that a lower credit score may lead to a higher security deposit requirement or application denial. Our property management policies involve evaluating each applicant’s credit and rental history to help predict future rent payment performance. A negative credit evaluation may necessitate an additional security deposit, an approved guarantor, or denial of the application. An unsatisfactory credit report may include, but is not limited to, delinquent accounts, late payments, unpaid bills, collections, liens, judgments, or bankruptcies. These factors may impact approval status or deposit requirements. Credit reports submitted by applicants will not be accepted.