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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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What do the utilities for this apartment cost? (if utilities are not included in the rent)This varies based on each tenant’s usage – some use more electricity than others and some keep their heat set at a higher setting than others. We strongly suggest that you call Rochester Gas & Electric to find out what the average of the past 12 month’s usage is to give you an idea, but again, your usage may be different. RG&E Customer Service can be reached at 800-743-2110. Just make sure to specify the property address and apartment number (if there is one).
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Do you charge an application fee?We only charge a nominal non-refundable credit/background check fee of $20 per applicant.
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What are your Qualification Standards for renting an apartment?Please refer to the Tenant Qualifications page in the main menu for further details. Income: Your total household gross monthly income (regardless of the source) should be at least 3 times the monthly rent (unless there are cosigners in which their income must qualify) and income must be stable . Rental History: You must have good previous rental history. Other: Personal References, Background Check, Credit Check, and Criminal Records are reviewed as well.
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Do credit scores matter in your approval process?Please refer to the Tenant Qualifications page in the main menu for further details. Yes, we do require a FICO score of 625 or higher however each applicant is evaluated on a per applicant basis.
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What is your animal policy?Please refer to the Tenant Qualifications page in the main menu for further details. We are pet friendly and accept most pets with an additional Monthly Pet Rent of $20 per approved pet. We allow no more than 2 pets in total per unit for most properties, and all pets must be pre-approved by the Property Manager. More specifics are below: A liability insurance policy will be required for all dogs. The policy must include South Wedge Properties, LLC and the Owner as additionally insured. This policy should be at least $100,000.00 and can be obtained through any renter’s insurance provider. No breed or any mixed breed dogs of breeds listed below (we reserve the right to amend this list without prior notice): Akita Alaskan Malamute American Staffordshire Terrier/Pit Bull Cane Corso Chow Chow Doberman Dogo Argentino German Shepard Great Danes Mastiff Rhodesian Ridgeback Presa Canario Rottweiler Saint Bernard Shar-Pei Siberian Husky Toso Inu Wolf Hybrid Must provide proof of shots and license for dogs. No animals with a vicious propensity to bite and no bite history. No fee required for fish, reptile, hamsters, gerbils as long as they are kept in cage/tank. No Ferrets or potentially dangerous reptile/animals/arachnids. Visiting pets are not allowed on property
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What if I do not have rental history?Please refer to the Tenant Qualifications page in the main menu for further details. If you are a college student or this is just your first time renting, you can apply with a co-signer. Please note that your co-signer needs to meet certain standards of income, credit score and rental history as well.
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Will you do short term leasing?In most instances our standard leases are a minimum of 1 year. However, for a premium, we can consider a shorter term lease on a case-by-case basis. Contact the Property Manager for more details.
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If I am relocated for work, can I break my lease?"Lease Early Termination Options make it feasible for you in extenuating circumstances. Contact the Property Manager for specifics.
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How does your Rent-to-Own Program work?We can lease you the home with the exclusive right to purchase it at a later date. Our buyers love it because it gives them the time they need to save up for a larger down payment, time to clean up past credit problems or time to sell another home before buying. 100% of your Non Refundable Purchase Option Consideration is credited toward the purchase price of the home, plus you may be eligible to receive a monthly credit towards the purchase price every time you pay your lease on time.
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