The TAA Rental Application form is a comprehensive document designed for use by individuals seeking to rent an apartment or home through the Texas Apartment Association. It requires detailed information from prospective tenants, including personal identification, employment history, rental history, and other essential data to evaluate their eligibility. Complete and accurate submission of this form is crucial for applicants wishing to secure a rental. Click the button below to start filling out your application today.
Embarking on the adventure of finding a new apartment can feel like a journey through a maze of paperwork and procedures. Among the essential steps in this process is completing the TAA Rental Application form, a comprehensive document provided by the Houston Apartment Association. This form acts as a gateway for potential residents and occupants, outlining the intricate details required to evaluate their eligibility for a new home. Every individual over the age of 18 planning to reside in the apartment, including spouses who may opt for a joint application, needs to fill out this application meticulously. The form covers an extensive array of information, starting with basic personal details and extending to more specific data regarding employment, income, credit history, and past rental records. Furthermore, it delves into the applicant's vehicle information, emergency contacts, and even questions on pets, smoking habits, and criminal history—essentially ensuring a thorough screening process. Applicants are also required to disclose any other occupants, signifying a detailed inventory of who will inhabit the leased property. An interesting feature is its section on reasons for choosing the rental and how the applicant found it, offering insights into rental market trends. Additionally, the document outlines procedural aspects such as fees, deadlines for signing the lease upon approval, and the handling of application deposits, thereby setting clear expectations for the application process. With detailed authorizations for the verification of provided information, this form highlights the importance of transparency and accuracy in building a trustworthy relationship between tenant and landlord.
Rental Application for Residents and Occupants
Each co-resident and each occupant over 18 must submit a separate Application.
ABOUT YOU
Full name (exactly as it appears on driver license or govt. ID card)
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Former name (if applicable) ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Gender ________________________ Birthdate ______________________ Social Security # ______________________________________
Driver license # ________________________________________________________________________ State ______________________
Government ID # ____________________________________________________________ State (if applicable) ______________________
Home phone _____________________________________________ Cell phone _______________________________________________
Work phone ______________________________________________ Email address _____________________________________________
Marital status single married
U.S. citizen? yes no
Do you or does any occupant smoke? yes no
I am applying for the apartment located at ______________________________________________________________________________
Is there another co-applicant? yes no
Co-applicant name _____________________________________________________ Email _______________________________________
Co-applicant name
Email
DriverSAMPLE ONLY
OTHER OCCUPANTS
Full name
Relationship
Birthdate
Social Security #
Driver license #
Not for use
license # ___________________________________________________________________________ State ___________________
Government ID # ___________________________________________________________ State (if applicable) ______________________
Full name __________________________________________________________________ Relationship ___________________________
Birthdate ___________________________________________ Social Security # _______________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________ State ___________________
Driver license # ___________________________________________________________________________ State ___________________
WHERE YOU LIVE
Current home address (where you live now) ____________________________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________________________________ State ______________________ Zip ___________________
Do you rent or own? Beginning date of residency: _________________________________ Monthly payment $________________
Apartment name ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Name of owner or manager __________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone __________________________ Reason for leaving _________________________________________________________________
Previous home address (most recent) __________________________________________________________________________________
Do you rent or own? Dates: From _____________________ To ________________________ Monthly payment $_______________
Phone _____________________________ Reason for leaving ______________________________________________________________
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YOUR WORK
Current employer ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Work phone ________________________ Beginning date of employment ____________________________________________________
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YOUR WORK, continued
Gross monthly income $_______________________ Position _____________________________________________________________
Supervisor ______________________________________________________________________ Phone __________________________
Previous employer (most recent) _____________________________________________________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City ___________________________________________________________ State ______________________ Zip ___________________
Work phone ____________________________ Dates: From _____________________________ To _______________________________
ADDITIONAL INCOME
(Income must be verified to be considered.)
Type ____________________________________ Source ______________________________ Gross monthly amount $______________
CREDITSAMPLEHISTORYONLY If applicable, please explain any past credit problem: ____________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
RENTAL AND CRIMINAL HISTORY
Check only if applicableNot.for use Have you or any occupant listed in this Application ever:
r been evicted or asked to move out?
r moved out of a dwelling before the end of the lease term without the owner’s consent? r declared bankruptcy?
r been sued for rent?
r been sued for property damage?
r been convicted or received probation (other than deferred adjudication) for a felony, sex crime, or any crime against persons or property?
Please indicate below the year, location, and type of each felony, sex crime, or any crime against persons or property for which you were con- victed or received probation. We may need to discuss more facts before making a decision. You represent the answer is “no” to any item not checked above. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
HOW DID YOU FIND US?
r_Online search (website address) __________________________________________________________________________________
rReferral from a person or locator? Name ____________________________________________________________________________
rSocial media (please be specific) __________________________________________________________________________________
rOther _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Emergency contact person over 18 who will not be living with you:
EMERGENCY CONTACT
Name _________________________________________________________________ Relationship _______________________________
Home Phone _____________________________________________ Cell Phone ______________________________________________
Work Phone ______________________________________________ Email Address ___________________________________________
If you die or are seriously ill, missing, or incarcerated according to an affidavit of (check one or more) the above person, your spouse, or your parent or child, we may allow such person(s) to enter your dwelling to remove all contents, as well as your property in the mail- box, storerooms, and common areas. If no box is checked, any of the above are authorized at our option. If you are seriously ill or injured, you authorize us to call EMS or send for an ambulance at your expense. We’re not legally obligated to do so.
YOUR VEHICLES (If applicable)
List all vehicles owned or operated by you or any occupants (including cars, trucks, motorcycles, trailers, etc.)
Make _____________________________________________ Model _______________________________ Color ____________________
Year _____________________________________ License # _______________________________ State ___________________________
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YOUR ANIMALS
(if applicable)
You may not have any animal in your unit without management’s prior authorization in writing. If we allow your requested animal, you must sign a separate animal addendum, which may require additional deposits, rents, fees or other charges.
Kind _______________________________________________________________________ Weight _______________________________
Breed ______________________________________________________________________ Age _________________________________
Application Agreement
The following Application Agreement will be signed by you and all co-applicants prior to signing a Lease. While some of the information below may not yet apply to your situation, there are some provisions that may become applicable prior to signing a Lease. In order to continue with this Application, you’ll need to review the Application Agreement carefully and acknowledge that you accept the terms.
1. Apartment Lease information. The Lease contemplated by the parties will be the current TAA Lease. Special information and conditions must be explicitly noted on the Lease.
2. Approval when Lease is signed in advance. If you and all co-applicants have already signed the Lease when we approve the SAMPLEApplication, our representative will notify you (or one of you if there are ONLYco-applicants) of our approval, sign the Lease, and then
credit the application deposit of all applicants toward the required security deposit.
3. Approval when Lease isn’t yet signed. If you and all co-applicants have not signed the Lease when we approve the Applica- tion, our representative will notify you (or one of you if there are co-applicants) of the approval, sign the Lease when you and all co-applicants have signed, and then credit the application deposit of all applicants toward the required security deposit.
4. If you fail to sign Lease after approval. Unless we authorize otherwise in writing, you and all co-applicants must sign the Lease within 3 days after we give you our approval in person or by telephone or within 5 days after we mail you our approval. If you or any coNot-applicant fails to sign as required yourforApplication will be deemedusewithdrawn, and we may keep the application deposit as liquidated damages, and terminate all further obligations under this Agreement.
5. If you withdraw before approval. If you or any co-applicant withdraws an Application or notifies us that you’ve changed your mind about renting the dwelling unit, we’ll be entitled to retain all application deposits as liquidated damages, and the parties will then have no further obligation to each other.
6. Approval/non-approval. If we do not approve your Application within 7 days after the date we received a completed Applica- tion, your Application will be considered “disapproved.” Notification may be in person or by mail or telephone unless you have requested that notification be by mail. You must not assume approval until you receive actual notice of approval. The 7-day time period may be changed only by separate written agreement.
7. Refund after non-approval. If you or any co-applicant is disapproved or deemed disapproved under Paragraph 6, we’ll refund all application deposits within 30 days of such disapproval. Refund checks may be made payable to all co-applicants and mailed to one applicant.
8. Extension of deadlines. If the deadline for approving or refunding under paragraphs 6 or 7 falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or a state or federal holiday, the deadline will be extended to the end of the next business day.
9. Keys or access devices. We’ll furnish keys and/or access devices only after: (1) all parties have signed the Lease and other rental documents referred to in the Lease; and (2) all applicable rents and security deposits have been paid in full.
10. Application submission. Submission of an Application does not guarantee approval or acceptance. It does not bind us to ac- cept the applicant or to sign a Lease. Images on our website may represent a sample of a unit and may not reflect specific details of any unit. For information not found on our website regarding unit availability, unit characteristics, pricing or other questions, please call or visit our office.
11. Notice to or from co-applicants. Any notice we give you or your co-applicant is considered notice to all co-applicants; and any notice from you or your co-applicants is considered notice from all co-applicants.
Disclosures
1.Application fee (non-refundable). You agree to pay to our representative the non-refundable application fee in the amount indicated in paragraph 3. Payment of the application fee does not guarantee that your Application will be accepted. The applica- tion fee offsets the cost of screening an applicant for acceptance.
2.Application deposit (may or may not be refundable). In addition to any application fees, you agree to pay to our representa- tive an application deposit in the amount indicated in paragraph 3. The application deposit is not a security deposit. The applica- tion deposit will be credited toward the required security deposit when the Lease has been signed by all parties; OR, it will be refunded under paragraph 7 if the applicant is not approved; OR it will be retained by us as liquidated damages if you fail to sign or withdraw under paragraphs 4 and 5 of the Application Agreement.
3.Fees due. Your Application will not be processed until we receive your completed Application (and the completed Application of all co-applicants, if applicable) and the following fees:
A.Application fee (non-refundable): $________________
B.Application deposit (may or may not be refundable) $________________
4.Completed Application. Your Application will not be considered “complete” and will not be processed until we receive the following documentation and fees:
A.Your completed Application;
B.Completed Applications for each co-applicant (if applicable);
C.Application fees for all applicants;
D.Application deposit.
Authorization and Acknowledgment
I authorize ________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(name of owner/agent) to obtain reports from any consumer or criminal record reporting agencies before, during, and after residency on mat- ters relating to a lease by the above owner to me and to verify, by all available means, the information in this Application, including criminal background information, income history and other information reported by employer(s) to any state employment security agency. Work history information may be used only for this Application. Authority to obtain work history information expires 365 days from the date of this Applica- tion. You agree the information provided may be used for business purposes.
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Payment Authorization
I authorize _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(name of owner/agent) to collect payment of the application fee and application deposit in the amounts specified under paragraph 3 of the Disclosures.
Non-sufficient funds and dishonored payments. If a check from an applicant is returned to us by a bank or other entity for any reason, if any credit card or debit card payment from applicant to us is rejected, or if we are unable, through no fault of our own or our bank, to successfully process any ACH debit, credit card, or debit card transaction, then:
1.Applicant shall pay a charge of $______________ for each returned payment; and
2.We reserve the right to refer the matter for criminal prosecution.
Acknowledgment
You declareSAMPLEthat all your statements in this Application are true and complete. Applicant’sONLYsubmission of this Application, including pay- ment of any fees and deposits, is being done only after applicant has fully investigated, to its satisfaction, those facts which applicant deems material and necessary to the decision to apply for a rental unit. You authorize us to verify your information through any means, including consumer-reporting agencies and other rental-housing owners. You acknowledge that you had an opportunity to review our rental-selection criteria, which include reasons your Application may be denied, such as criminal history, credit history, current in- come and rental history. You understand that if you do not meet our rental-selection criteria or if you fail to answer any question or give false information, we may reject the Application, retain all application fees as liquidated damages for our time and expense, and terminate your rightNotof occupancy. Giving false informationforis a serious criminal offenseuse. In lawsuits relating to the Application or Lease, the prevailing party may recover from the non-prevailing party all attorney’s fees and litigation costs. We may at any time furnish information to
consumer-reporting agencies and other rental-housing owners regarding your performance of your legal obligations, including both favorable and unfavorable information about your compliance with the Lease, the rules, and financial obligations. Fax or electronic signatures are legally binding. You acknowledge that our privacy policy is available to you.
Right to review the Lease. Before you submit an Application or pay any fees or deposits, you have the right to review the Application and Lease, as well as any community rules or policies we have. You may also consult an attorney. These documents are binding legal documents when signed. We will not take a particular dwelling off the market until we receive a completed Application and any other required informa- tion or monies to rent that dwelling. Additional provisions or changes may be made in the Lease if agreed to in writing by all parties. You are entitled to a copy of the Lease after it is fully signed.
Images on our website may represent a sample of a unit and may not reflect specific details of any unit. For information not found on our web- site regarding availability, unit characteristics or other questions, please call or visit our office.
This Application and the Lease are binding documents when signed. Before submitting an Application or signing a Lease, you may take a copy of these documents to review and/or consult an attorney. Additional provisions or changes may be made in the Lease if agreed to in writing by all parties.
_______________________________________________________________
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Applicant’s signature
Date
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
1. Apt. name or dwelling address (street, city): _ _____________________________________________________________
Unit # or type: _____________________
2.
Person accepting application: ________________________________________________________________________
Phone: _ _________________________________
3.
Person processing application: _______________________________________________________________________
Phone: ___________________________
4.Date that the applicant or co-applicant was notified by telephone, by letter, by email, or in person of acceptance or nonacceptance: ____________________
(Deadline for applicant and all co-applicants to sign lease is three days after notification of acceptance in person or by telephone, five days if by mail.)
5.Name of person or persons notified (if there are more than one applicant, at least one of them must be notified): _________________________________________________
6.Name of owner’s representative who notified the applicant: _____________________________________________________________________________________
Additional comments: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
TAA Official Statewide Form 19-D1/D2, Revised October 2019
Copyright 2019, Texas Apartment Association
Filling out a rental application is a crucial step in securing your next home. The TAA Rental Application is designed to collect all the necessary information property managers need to evaluate potential residents. This process ensures that the management has a comprehensive understanding of your background, employment, and rental history to make an informed decision. Below are simple steps to fill out the TAA Rental Application form effectively.
Once completed, review the application to ensure all information is accurate and complete. Submit the form along with any required application fees to the property manager or leasing office. They will then notify you of your application status, usually within seven days. Remember to keep a copy of the completed application for your records.
The TAA Rental Application form is a standardized document provided by the Texas Apartment Association. It is designed to collect detailed information about potential tenants. This includes personal information, rental history, employment details, and other relevant data to help landlords and property managers make informed leasing decisions.
Each co-resident and each occupant over the age of 18 must submit a separate application. However, spouses have the option to submit a joint application. This ensures that all adults living in the unit undergo the necessary checks and verification processes.
The form requires a diverse range of information, including but not limited to:
Yes, applicants are usually required to pay a nonrefundable application fee. This fee covers the administrative costs associated with processing the application. The exact amount may vary depending on the landlord or property manager’s policies.
Failure to provide full and accurate information can lead to the rejection of your application. Providing false information is considered a serious offense and may have legal consequences, including the potential termination of your right of occupancy.
Yes, you have the right to review the Rental Application and Lease Contract, along with any community rules or policies, before submitting the application or paying any fees. You may also consult with an attorney to better understand these documents since they are legally binding once signed.
After submission, the property management will verify the information provided and conduct necessary background checks. You will be notified within seven days if your application is approved, disapproved, or if further information is needed.
The application deposit may or may not be refundable. If the lease is signed, it is typically credited toward the required security deposit. If you are not approved, it may be refunded. However, if you fail to sign the lease after approval or decide to withdraw your application before approval, the deposit may be retained as liquidated damages.
Property managers aim to notify applicants of their decision within seven days of receiving a completed application. The exact timing can vary based on verification processes and the completeness of the application submitted.
Yes, you should still apply. However, it's important to be upfront about your rental and credit history on the application. You have the option to provide additional information or explanations regarding past evictions, bankruptcies, or other credit issues. Each application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and some managers may consider extenuating circumstances.
Filling out a rental application forms, like the one from the Texas Apartment Association (TAA), is a crucial step in securing a lease. Despite its importance, applicants often make several common mistakes that can hinder their chances of approval. Here are seven such errors:
Not filling out the application completely. Every field and question is part of the evaluation process. Leaving sections blank can cause delays or even result in a denial.
Providing incorrect information about rental history or employment. Accuracy is key when listing past addresses, landlords, and employment details. Mismatches during verification can be seen as red flags.
Failing to disclose financial information accurately. Whether it’s your income or disclosing all sources of finance, underestimation or overestimation can both have negative impacts.
Skipping the details about previous evictions or legal issues. Honesty about one's rental and criminal history, even if it's not perfect, allows the landlord to consider the circumstances.
Omitting details about pets or falsely claiming not to have any. This can lead to violations of the lease agreement if discovered later on.
Not properly listing all residents or occupants. Everyone living in the unit should be declared, especially if they are over 18, to avoid unauthorized occupancy issues.
Ignoring the instructions for signing the application or related documents. An unsigned or improperly signed application can lead to processing delays.
Addressing these mistakes not only streamlines the application process but also increases the chances of approval. Careful attention to detail and transparency when completing the TAA Rental Application can make a significant difference in the outcome.
When applying for a rental property, it's important to understand that the TAA Rental Application is often just the beginning of the paperwork journey. This document collects essential information from potential residents, including their personal details, rental, credit, and employment history. However, to build a comprehensive tenant profile, landlords and property managers may require several other forms and documents in addition to the TAA Rental Application. Knowing what to expect can help applicants prepare and streamline the application process.
Collectively, these documents provide a detailed picture of the prospective tenant, helping landlords and property managers make informed decisions. Each document serves a unique purpose, from verifying an applicant's financial stability to understanding their rental history and ensuring community safety. Applicants should prepare these documents in advance to facilitate a smooth and efficient application process.
Employment Application: Similar to the TAA Rental Application, an employment application collects personal information, employment history, and references. Both forms require the applicant to provide detailed personal and professional information to assess eligibility, whether for a rental property or a job position.
Loan Application Form: Much like the rental application, a loan application requires comprehensive financial information, including income, credit history, and existing debts. Both applications assess the financial stability of the applicant to determine their ability to fulfill monthly payments, be it rent or loan repayments.
Credit Card Application: This form and the TAA Rental Application both require personal information, financial status, and credit history. The purpose is to evaluate the applicant's creditworthiness and ability to manage financial obligations.
College Application: Though for entirely different purposes, college applications share similarities with rental applications by requiring personal information, background details, and often include questions about past residences and educational history, aiming to build a comprehensive profile of the applicant.
Membership Application for Clubs or Associations: Similar to the rental application in structure, these applications seek personal details, interests, and commitments of the individual to determine suitability for membership, reflecting the importance of gathering detailed information to ensure compatibility.
Visa Application: Both the visa and rental applications require detailed personal information, background checks, and history (travel or rental, respectively). The aim is to assess eligibility and reliability of the applicant, focusing on security and suitability for entry or tenancy.
When you're filling out the TAA Rental Application form, there are important dos and don'ts to keep in mind to ensure the process runs smoothly. Here are some guidelines to follow:
Remember, the goal of the TAA Rental Application form is to protect both you and the property manager. By providing complete and accurate information, you'll speed up the application process and increase your chances of securing the rental. Ensure all requested documents are attached and fees are paid to prevent any delays.
When reviewing the Texas Apartment Association (TAA) Rental Application form, it's important to clear up some common misconceptions that prospective renters might have. Understanding these aspects can help both applicants and landlords navigate the process more smoothly.
Filling out a TAA Rental Application means you are automatically approved for the apartment. This is not true. The application is the first step in the process. Landlords use the information provided to conduct background checks, credit checks, and more. Approval is based on meeting the landlord's criteria.
Spouses must fill out separate applications. Actually, the form clearly states that spouses may submit a joint application. This is designed to simplify the process for married couples.
Your application fee is refundable if you change your mind. The TAA Application makes it clear that the application fee is nonrefundable, covering administrative costs of processing your application regardless of the outcome or if you decide not to rent.
Declaring that you have pets will automatically disqualify your application. While it's true that some properties have strict no-pet policies, many others are pet-friendly or may require additional information or deposits for pets. Always disclose if you have animals.
The information you provide on the TAA Application cannot be shared. When you sign the TAA Application, you authorize the sharing of your information for purposes such as credit and background checks, as well as with the owner’s electric provider.
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. The form asks if you are a U.S. citizen, but this does not mean citizenship is a requirement for all properties. This question is likely used for identification purposes, and landlords may have their own policies regarding non-citizen applicants.
Income is the only factor considered in the application process. While income is a significant factor, landlords also consider credit history, rental history, criminal background, and more to get a full picture of the applicant's reliability and ability to comply with lease terms.
If approved, your security deposit covers the first month’s rent. The form distinguishes between an application deposit and a security deposit. The security deposit is typically not used to cover rent but is held as collateral against damage or breach of the lease terms.
Any past legal issues will lead to automatic rejection. The application does ask about past evictions, bankruptcies, lawsuits for rent or property damage, and criminal charges. However, it also provides space to explain these issues. Decisions are made on a case-by-case basis, and not all issues will automatically disqualify an applicant.
The application is legally binding as a lease. While the application is a critical step in the leasing process, it is not the lease itself. It is, however, a legal document. Misrepresentations on the application can lead to disqualification or later eviction if the lease is granted based on false information.
Understanding the TAA Rental Application form is crucial for a successful rental experience in Texas. Both landlords and applicants should carefully review the document to ensure all information is accurately provided and understood before submission. This promotes a transparent and fair process for securing a rental property.
Filling out a TAA Rental Application correctly is an important first step toward securing your new rental home. Here are several key takeaways to ensure you complete the form accurately and understand its use:
Accurately and honestly filling out the TAA Rental Application is the first step toward a successful rental experience. It protects all parties involved by ensuring that applicants are qualified for the rental agreement they are entering into. Always double-check your application for completeness and accuracy before submission.
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