We’re committed to providing safe, well-maintained homes while treating all applicants fairly. Great Place Properties and Rental Real Estate follow the Fair Housing Act — we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or familial status.

 

Step 1. Before You Request a Showing

• View photos and video tours of the property on our website.

• Drive by the property to see the neighborhood and location.

• If it meets your needs, request a showing.

 

Step 2. Who Must Apply

• All persons 18 and older who will live in or regularly stay at the property must complete their own online application.

• Each applicant must submit their own information — no one may apply on behalf of another person.

• All applications are completed online through our “Apply Now” links.

• A Social Security or ITIN number is required for all applicants.

 

Step 3. Meet the Qualification Criteria

Income

• Gross monthly income at least 3× the rent.

• Employment stability: 1 year at current job OR 2 years at previous job.

• Acceptable proof: pay stubs, job/transfer letter, university acceptance, bank statements, or tax return.

Credit

• Minimum credit score: 620.

• No unpaid utility bills, landlord debt, payday/personal loan debt, or late payments, or accounts in collections within the last 6 months.

• If no credit score, other application factors must be strong.

Rental History

• Good, verifiable rental history if you have rented before.

• No evictions.

Criminal History

• • • Felony convictions may be considered if 2+ years have passed since restitution and probation/parole ended, with good rental history since.

      • No active or unresolved criminal cases.

      • No history of illegal drug use, possession, or distribution.

      • No violent crimes or sex offenses (restrictions may vary by property location).

Co-Signers

• • • Possibly accepted only for applicants lacking income, no credit score or no rental history but otherwise strong qualifications.

    • Must be a Nebraska resident, have a 700+ credit score, and earn at least 5× the rent in gross monthly income.

 

Step 4. Pets & Other Rules

Pets & Animals

• Review the property’s specific pet policy before applying.

• Emotional Support Animals accepted with proper documentation.

• All pets must be registered through PetScreening.com.

PetScreening: Creating a User Profile

Other Rules

• No smoking or vaping inside or outside the unit.

• No more than three unrelated roommates allowed.

• Section 8 vouchers may be accepted depending on property.

• Providing false information results in automatic denial.

 

Step 5. Resident Benefit Package ($43.95/month)

Every resident is automatically enrolled in our Resident Benefit Package, which includes:

• Liability insurance

• Credit building (on-time rent payments reported)

• Up to $1M identity theft protection

• Move-in concierge service for utilities & home setup

• Resident rewards program

• Optional on-demand pest control (+$9/month)

 

Step 6. Processing & Approval

• Applications are good for any current listings for Great Place Properties or Rental Real Estate.

• Only completed applications (with all documents and fees) are processed.

• If your application is missing information, it will not hold your place in line.

• In cases of multiple complete applications, the most qualified may be selected based on credit, income, rental history, and other factors.

 

Step 7. Submit Your Application

• Click Apply Now on the property listing.

• Upload a copy of your government-issued photo ID.

• Upload your two most recent pay stubs (or other proof of income).

• Pay the $50 non-refundable application fee online.

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If needed, you may also send documents to info@rentgreatplace.com or fax to 402-252-7600.