Rental Criteria

Application fees are non-refundable.  Each person over 18 who will reside in the home must complete an online application. Each person under 18 residing in the home, even temporarily, must be listed as an additional occupant.

Subject to applicable laws, our requirements include, but are not limited to, the following criteria:  

• A valid government-issued photo identification card must accompany all applications.
• An additional form(s) of identification may be required. 

• A maximum of two persons per bedroom per property.

• Gross monthly income is a minimum of three times the monthly rental rate.
• One or more of these forms are required to verify sufficient income:  

                   a. Screenshots are NOT a valid form of employment or income verification.

                   b. Last three months of paycheck stubs include the applicant's name and address, 

                       employer's name and address, and YTD.

                   c. Previous year's tax returns.

                   d. Last six months of bank statements, including the banking institution's name and 

                       address, the applicant's name and address, and deposits identifying the source of

                       income.

• The current employer's contact information is required for verification of employment during the previous 6 months.
• A fully executed and verifiable offer letter of employment PLUS six months of previous employment paystubs from the same line of work for new employment.
• Self-employment will require a tax return and the last six months of bank statements, including the banking institution's name and address, the applicant's name and address, and deposits identifying the source of income.  
• Additional documentation may be required for self-employment.  

• All applications are processed through a third-party screening company.
• Poor credit references may result in denial.
• Bankruptcies filed in the past two years may result in denial. 
• An additional deposit may be required for lack of credit.

• Verifiable non-family residence history for the past 3-5 years.
• Applicant must be on the mortgage or lease to qualify as residence history.
• Evictions, judgments, dismissals, or landlord case history within the past five years will result in denial.
• An additional deposit may be required for lack of verifiable information.

• Any criminal convictions that could be deemed harmful or threatening to the health and safety of an individual, the rental property, the neighborhood, or the personal property of others may be grounds for denial.
• Violent, sexual, or drug-related felony convictions within the last seven years will result in denial. 

• Guarantor/co-signer will be accepted for lack of credit or rental history, but not for both.
• Guarantor/co-signer will NOT be accepted for bad credit or insufficient income.
• Guarantor/co-signer gross income must be five times the monthly rental rate.
• Guarantor/co-signer must reside in the state of Missouri or Kansas.

• MGC Leasing & Property Management, LLC supports its properties in accordance with the FAIR HOUSING ACT AND AMENDMENTS.

• A $65 application fee per person over the age of 18 must be paid before processing the application.
• This is a non-refundable fee.

• Yes, there is a one-time $125 administration fee with your move-in documents.
• This is a non-refundable fee.

• A minimum of a one-year lease is required. 
• After the first year of residency, one-year, six-month, and month-to-month lease terms may be offered.

• 1 bedroom rental = 2 persons
• 2 bedroom rental = 4 persons
• 3 bedroom rental = 6 persons
• 4 bedroom rental = 8 persons

• No, we do not accept housing vouchers.

• Yes. 
• You may purchase your own rental insurance coverage for your lease term. Proof of coverage for the term of your lease is required to be submitted.
• An insurance policy is offered as part of the Resident Benefits Package that is included with every lease. 
• If, for any reason, your personal policy is canceled or terminated, you will be automatically enrolled into the policy included with your Resident Benefits Package and the cost will be added to your ledger.

• The MGC Leasing & Property Management, LLC Resident Benefits Package (RBP) delivers savings and convenient, professional services that make taking care of your home second nature. Your RBP may include, subject to property mechanicals or other limitations:

1. Liability Insurance that meets all Lease Agreement requirements from an A-rated carrier
2. Move-in concierge service that includes a one-call set up of your utility services, cable, and internet services
3.  A resident rewards program that helps you earn rewards for paying your rent on time
4. Credit building to help boost your credit score with timely rent payments
5. $1M Identity Protection for all adult leaseholders
6. 24/7 online maintenance reporting
7. An online portal that includes access to your account, documents, communication and payment options
8. Vetted vendor network: we find technicians who are reputable, licensed, and insured

• Pets are not permitted on all properties. 
• Check the listing for pet policies and restrictions.
• Inquire with our Leasing Agent for property-specific information at info@mgcleasing.com.
• Only dogs and cats are accepted.
• Breed and weight restrictions may apply.
• Pets under one year old are not accepted. 
• Fish tanks over 10 gallons and reptiles are not permitted.
• Pet fees and pet rent vary between properties.
• All pets must be pet screened during the application process. 
• For more information on the Pet Screening policy, please visit https://mgcleasing.petscreening.com.

• In conclusion, it is and has always been the policy of MGC Leasing & Property Management, LLC, not to discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, handicap, familial status, sexual orientation, political ideology, marital status, parental status, disability, ancestry, or national origin. MGC Leasing & Property Management, LLC conducts all business in accordance with Federal Fair Housing Law, as well as local and state laws.