Notice to Applicants for Tenancy
Resident Acceptance Policies/Criteria and Consumer Reports

Blue Summit Realty does not accept portable screening reports.

In compliance with Washington State’s Fair Tenant Screening Act of 2012, and the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), this is to inform you that an investigation involving the statements made on your rental application for tenancy will be initiated. You authorize the Landlord/Manager to obtain credit reports, court records (civil, criminal, arrest), character reports, employment, bank and rental references as needed to verify all information and names put forth on the rental application.

The company(s) below may be requested to provide information about your history and takes no part in making the decision to accept or reject your rental application. They are unable to supply you with specific reasons why the decision was made. You have a right under the Fair Credit Reporting Act to know the information contained in your credit/consumer file at the consumer-reporting agency. You have a right to a free copy of your report from the reporting agency, if you request it no later than 60 days after you receive notice. In addition, if you find that any information contained in the report you receive is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to dispute the matter with the reporting agency.

• Credit Information: TransUnion Consumer Relations, 2 Baldwin Place, PO Box 1000, Chester, PA 19022.
  Phone: 800-888-4213 or TransUnion Consumer Relations, PO Box 390, Springfield, PA 19064.
  www.transunion.com/myoptions
• Nationwide Criminal/Sex Offenders/Evictions: TransUnion Vantage Data, 5889 S. Greenwood Plaza Blvd, #201, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (800)-568-5665
• Tenant Data Services, Inc., PO Box 5405, Lincoln NE 68505-0404 1-800-228-1837

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING. YOU MAY BE DECLINED BASED ON THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:

• Omit or report false information on the rental application
• Current illegal or controlled substance abuser
• Registered Sex Offender
• Possess no state issued identification (Driver’s License, Passport or ID). Photo identification required.
• High Debt to Income ratio (generally 35% - Income should exceed 3 times rent)
• Unverifiable or insufficient income or too much debt.
• Unpaid utility bills or collections.
• Insufficient or adverse rental history.
• Currently in bankruptcy or a recent bankruptcy in last 2 years.
• No Pets (If pets are allowed, size, quantity and type addressed in a Pet Addendum)
• No Smoking on premises (inside or outside unit)
• No subleasing, including roommates. You, and each adult, must apply.
• Number of occupants
• Eviction history in the last 10 years
• Credit score at or below 650

You are encouraged to apply; however, you are not required to if you feel you may be declined based on the above criteria. A non-refundable fee (specified on the application) will be assessed to process the application. Fees go towards reporting agency reports, time spent calling past and present landlords, employers and other references. Questions regarding the application process can be addressed to Blue Summit Realty.

Each person over the age of 18 must submit a separate rental application. Applications for all residents must be submitted in order for the application to be considered complete. Prospective residents will be notified as soon as possible regarding their application approval or denial. If your application is approved and you’re offered a lease, it must be signed within 24 hours.

Once your application is approved we will collect 25% of the first month’s rent as a non-refundable fee to hold the property. This will be a credit towards your future rent payment. If you decide to not follow through with the lease for any reason, Blue Summit Realty LLC will retain this fee.

Blue Summit Realty Pet Policy:

At the time of application we require information regarding your pet(s): Breed, age, weight and a photo and any other information you can share.

Breed Restrictions: Blue Summit Realty does not allow some dog breeds. For example, but not limited to: Dobermans, Rottweilers, Pit Bulls, German Shepherds, Cane Corsos, Mastiffs, Pitbull Terriers, Akitas and other similar breeds will not be allowed. Some breeds may also be denied based on the homeowner's insurance policy and tenants may be required to provide separate insurance for their animal at tenant's cost.

Assistance animals are not considered pets and with proper documentation will be allowed.