Tenants
Next Level is the go-to resource for finding your perfect rental!
We strive to provide a comprehensive list of available rental options in the Lake Cumberland area, whether you’re looking for long-term housing, vacation rentals, commercial space, or land; this is the place to find it! Let us walk you through the application process, guide you to the perfect property, and provide superior customer service as your new landlord!
Ready to Apply?
Fill Out Application
Click the “Rental Application” button below to get started! (Applicant must make an Applicant Center Account to save & submit, see instructions below)
Verify Identity
Go through Tenant Screening process. Applicants must consent to having their credit, criminal, & eviction history checked, and will have to verify their identity before being considered for placement. (Applicants are subject to a soft credit check—this will not affect credit history).
Begin Move In Process
Once approved, we will begin payment setup/process where after you can start moving into the rental property agreed to.
If an applicant is denied, we will discuss further options available to possibly meet qualifications.
Items To Note Before You Begin
Our Long Term Residential Application Process:
Previous rental addresses must be provided & will be verified. Applicants with a negative rental history will be denied. Any outstanding balances to previous landlords must be paid, clean eviction record, and also may require positive rental references. Additional addresses obtained from credit reports may be questioned.
All individuals over the age of 18, who reside in the household more than 14 consecutive days, must be listed on the lease.
In order to approve your application, we will be using a third-party service for Tenant Screening to pull a credit check & a criminal background. All applicants must have a positive criminal background & credit in good standing. All bankruptcies must be discharged. Any eviction reflected on the background check will be denied. Certain circumstances exist to approve applicants with foreclosures and less than credit in good standing. On those occasions, the applicant may be required to pay an additional deposit equal to the monthly rental amount. If you do not meet income requirements, or have failed the credit screening, you may be able to use an approved Guarantor. Guarantors must have an excellent credit history & must meet a monthly income requirement equivalent or greater than 5 times the monthly rental amount.
Each resident over the age of 18 and any co-signer must submit a separate rental application, all required documentation, and pay a $35 application fee.
Tenant Screening is required for placement.
Applicant must have a valid Social Security number for the Tenant Screening process.
The applicant must meet the minimum income guidelines established which is generally equivalent or greater than 3 times the monthly rent. (Ex: If monthly rent is $1000, monthly household income should be equal or greater to $3000 per month. (RENT x 3= REQUIRED INCOME)) Should the combined income of the household as documented on the application not meet the minimum income requirements, the application will be denied unless an approved Guarantor signs. (income requirements may be different for low-income housing)
The Security Deposit is non-refundable after payment is made if applicant cancels.
The applicant must have verifiable employment for 30 days. Unemployed applicants may use an approved Guarantor.
Acceptable employment verification includes: 2 most current consecutive paystubs ( if pd bi-weekly, 4 if pd weekly), offer letter on verifiable company letterhead with Human Resource contact listed with employment less than 60 days, tax return (including Schedule C) for self-employed individuals, self-employed for at least one full calendar year. Additional information may be required.
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When applying for a unit, you have the option to create an account to save a draft. This account will also provide you with a record of all applications that have been submitted to Next Level PM through the Applicant Center, and is necessary for completing a Tenant Screening request.
Creating Account
Navigate to the Applicant Center by clicking the “Rental Application” link below or the “Apply Now” link on the listing.
You will be taken to the main page where you can choose to:
Create an account
Skip account creation for now. (To save your progress on an application, you will need to create an account.)
To create an account, enter your First Name, Last Name, and the Email Address you would like to attach to your account, and click “Create Account.”
You will receive an account confirmation email titled “Create account for your rental application” that will prompt you to create a password.
Once you’ve created your password, return to the log-in page and enter your email and password.
Sign into an existing account
Navigate to the Applicant Center by clicking the “Rental Application” link below or the “Apply Now” link on the listing.
At the bottom of the page, you will see the option to sign in if you already have an account. Click “Sign In.”
On the sign in page, enter the email address attached to your account, along with your password and click “Sign In.”
If you forget your password, you can click “Forgot Password?” You will receive an email with a link to reset your password.
Enter a new password that you have not previously used. You will be prompted to choose a different password if the selected password does not meet the security requirements.
Start, save, and submit an application
Once signed in, you will be taken to the application for the unit you have selected.
Fill out the required information in the fields provided.
To save your progress and complete the application later, click “Save and Resume Later.” If you have not yet created an account, you will be prompted to do so.
You will receive an email reminder to resume your application that will bring you back to your account.
When you return to your account, you will see the saved draft on the homepage when you log in.
Review your information and make any necessary edits by clicking on the “Edit or Pencil” icon. Note: You will not be able to edit the application once submitted.
If there is an application fee, you will be asked to provide payment information. Accepted payment options: Credit Card, eCheck, Pay offline (directly to property management company)
When you are ready, click “Submit.” (You will not be able to make edits to your application once submitted.)
Reset your Applicant Center password
If at any time you forget your password, you can reset your password using the “Forgot Password?” link on the login page. Simply enter your email address and you will receive an email with a link to reset your password.
Click video for portal payment instructions