Watch the video above for a step-by-step guide to applying without a co-signer.

A co-signer is someone who agrees to take financial responsibility for the lease if the primary applicant cannot meet the obligations. A co-signer may be required if the primary applicant does not meet certain qualification criteria, such as income or credit requirements. The co-signer will need to complete a separate application, provide proof of income, and pass the same background and credit checks as the primary applicant.

Yes, this is required for all occupants and co-signers. Please go "Apply" in the menu or click here to E-sign your Applicant Packet: https://bit.ly/sign-applicant-packet

If you have questions about the application process, we encourage you to watch the walkthrough video at the top of this page for the most comprehensive understanding of each step. It provides detailed guidance to help you through the process.

If you still have questions, the best way to reach us is by emailing applicants@hmbcs.com or texting 979-701-2555. (Texting is preferred, as it ensures a faster response time due to the high volume of phone calls we receive each day.)

Please note that application reviews can take up to 7 days. If you haven't heard from us within this time frame, feel free to reach out. Anything before that means your application is still being reviewed.

Our team is happy to assist you with any additional questions or concerns!

It’s not unusual for a few days to pass without an update after you submit your application. At Hometown Management, we carefully review each application to ensure everything is accurate and complete before moving forward. 

If it has been more than 7 business days, feel free to check on the status of your application by emailing us at applicants@hmbcs.comor texting us at 979-701-2555 (please note that texting is preferred for questions regarding applications and you will receive a faster response time due to the amount of phone calls received each day).

We appreciate your patience as we process your application!

Once the application process has been completed by all adult occupants and co-signers (if applicable), the property owner will review all submitted information and make a decision within 7 business days.

Upon approval, you will receive an email containing detailed instructions regarding the subsequent steps to be taken. These instructions will encompass e-signing the lease agreement, settling the balance through your resident portal, procuring renters insurance, and potentially addressing any additional requirements based on the specific approval granted.

If you haven’t received any updates within 7 business days of submitting your application, you can follow up by emailing applicants@hmbcs.com or texting 979-701-2555. (Please note that texting is preferred for questions regarding applications, as it ensures a faster response time due to the high volume of phone calls received each day.)

We’ll notify you as soon as a decision is made!

No, your Realtor® will not automatically receive updates about the application status. Communication about the application will be directed to the primary applicant. If the Realtor® needs information, they can email applicants@hmbcs.com or text 979-701-2555.

You must sign it, but you do not have to scan it back. If you want us to send over a DocuSign for the Applicant Packet instantly (~30 seconds), click here to begin: https://bit.ly/sign-applicant-packet

To verify your income, we utilize a third-party provider, PayScore, to collect deposit history directly from your bank. PayScore requires your permission and participation, which you grant by securely logging in to your bank. Rest assured, PayScore only routes, never retains, your sensitive credentials. Your participation allows for the most comprehensive assessment of your total income.

It's crucial to log in to your primary deposit account for accurate income assessment. Logging into other accounts, such as your credit account, will not provide income data when using PayScore.

To ensure the landlord considers all your income during the application review, please make sure to add any relevant income to your PayScore profile. Only the income included in your profile will be taken into account.

With PayScore's system, you'll share less information upfront compared to the traditional method of sharing pay stubs and bank statements. We recognize that sharing sensitive financial details can feel daunting. That's why we prioritize your privacy and security, utilizing a third-party provider, PayScore, to handle the process.

Our online income verification system is built with your privacy in mind. It employs 256-bit encryption, the same level of security used by your bank. Your usernames and passwords are never displayed, viewed, or stored. This approach ensures the safest, fastest, and most convenient way for you to submit information for review and approval by Hometown Management.

Payscore partners with 99% of all financial institutions in North America. Accordingly, PayScore is held to stringent security standards to meet policy requirements for those institutions.

Their system is designed specifically to maintain and enhance your privacy and security, using 256‐bit encryption.

Never. Your ID and password are never displayed or viewed. Only encrypted credentials are transferred to your financial institution. If your credentials are correct, we will receive a “read‐only” copy of your transaction data, allowing us to receive income reports and accelerate the approval process for your application.

Yes. Every student is required to secure a co-signer regardless of the university that you are attending. 

If you are uncertain whether you need to obtain a co-signer, kindly refer to our Resident Qualification Standards sheet available at the following link: https://hmbcs.managebuilding.com/Resident/api/public/files/download?fileId=7510551&download=1

Every student or retiree is required to secure a co-signer. 

If you are uncertain whether you need to obtain a co-signer, kindly refer to our Resident Qualification Standards sheet available at the following link: https://hmbcs.managebuilding.com/Resident/api/public/files/download?fileId=7510551&download=1

In your application, you will specify the requirement for a co-signer and you'll provide their contact information accordingly. Once this step is completed, the designated co-signer will be sent a separate application to complete. Upon submission of the co-signer application, it will be automatically associated with your initial application.

Failure to indicate the need for a co-signer when required may result in the denial of your application. Kindly address any oversight promptly by emailing applicants@hmbcs.com and providing details regarding the situation.

Please ensure that they complete their rental applications and finalize the application process before the 72-hour deadline expires. 

To expedite this, you can directly send them an application by completing this brief form (which takes approximately 5 seconds to complete): https://bit.ly/hm-share

All service animals will undergo an independent screening process facilitated by a third-party provider known as PetScreening. This service will manage the entirety of the pet approval process and subsequently coordinate with our organization upon its completion.

Upon approval, you will be granted access to your resident center portal, where you will be able to submit payment for your security deposit prior to your move-in date.

Upon approval, you will be granted access to your resident center portal, where you will be able to submit payment for your pet deposit prior to your move-in date.

Upon approval, you will be granted access to your resident center portal, where you will be able to initiate your first rent payment prior to your move-in date.

No, co-signers do not have residency rights to the rental property. Their role is solely to provide financial assurance for the lease.

Co-signers must demonstrate sufficient income to cover the rental payments in case the primary applicant cannot. Typically, this means showing income that is 3 times the monthly rent or more, depending on the landlord’s requirements.

No, only one co-signer is allowed per application. The co-signer must meet all income and qualification requirements individually.

No, the co-signer will not automatically receive updates about the application status. Communication about the application will be directed to the primary applicant. If the co-signer needs information, they can email applicants@hmbcs.com or text 979-701-2555.

Yes, you can add a co-signer after submitting your application by logging into your portal or inform our team by emailing applicants@hmbcs.com or texting 979-701-2555 so they can send instructions to your co-signer for completing their application.