For Tenants
Here at Principle Property Management we value you as a tenant and will make every effort to create an environment that is an excellent place to live! If you have already decided to move into one of our units congratulations! If you are inquiring please see our available rental units to find one!
Our purpose is to create an environment where everyone has the opportunity to live in a quality home in a lifegiving neighborhood which provides a seamless transition between rental homes and homeowners.
We are a company based on principles – respect, trust, communication, and teamwork. We work very hard to provide these to all of our clients.
We are an equal opportunity housing provider. We fully comply with the Federal Fair Housing Act. We do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin. We also comply with all state and local fair housing laws.
Application process
- Rental application filled out & copies of last two paychecks or other income stream.
- Appointment scheduled with our leasing agent to see units you are interested in.
- Decision made on a unit.
- Application fee paid of $25.
- Credit check, landlord check, employment verification & eviction search.
- Once approved, a security deposit is paid to reserve the unit for 2 weeks max.
Rental criteria
Information asked from your current landlord may be simple questions beginning with how many times did you pay rent late to were there extreme damages done to the property while the applicant was staying at their property. We hold the landlord reference in the highest regard while processing you application.
The affordability figured by the leasing agent is verified with paycheck stubs to find an average amount of income. We are looking for a ratio of rent to income of 30%. In other words, your rent amount needs to be 30% of your income PPM never wants to set a family up for failure by approving them to rent a property that they can’t afford. Keeping the house expense at 30% of the average monthly income allows you to manage other expenses accordingly.
We do accept section 8 (PHA) renters.
What you can expect from us:
- Respectful and courteous service
- Maintenance call back within 2 working days
- Prompt communication with owners about problems or concerns
- Prompt communication with you about problems or concerns
What we expect from you:
- Rent paid on time
- Upkeep of your unit
- Communications when needed about repairs or problems
- Being a positive member of your neighborhood
Late fees
Rent is due by the 5th of every month. The morning of the 6th the computer automatically posts a $45 late fee to your account. If you have any problems with paying rent by the 5th please notify the office as soon as possible.
Maintenance
We have a 24 hour in-house maintenance department. If you have a maintenance issue you can call our office at 309-686-1122 ext. 100 or you can email your issue to Dale Hanssen (dale@hanssengroup.net) Please leave a detailed message with name, phone number, address and issue. You will receive a call within 2 working days to schedule a time to come to your home. If you have an emergency you can page our maintenance staff using the pager listed on the message. Please only call for emergencies!
Improvements
At any time you want to improve your house or apartment we are always willing to provide supplies for you. Most commonly people want to paint and plant flowers. Talk to us in the office and we can walk you through the procedure.