Before move-in, we ask tenants to watch the four videos below to understand the basics of leasing through Mid South Best Rentals--including how to pay, how to care for the home, and how to honor the lease agreement. If you have questions about information contained in the videos, feel free to call us at 901-274-5235 for clarification.

• Lease Tutorial:
• How to Pay Rent Tutorial:
• Maintenance Basics:
• Example Lease

What does MSBR look for in a rental application?

• A minimum of 1 year of current, verifiable rental history
• Income is 3x the rent
• No eviction filings in past five years
• Stable income history
• No open bankruptcies and no more than one bankruptcy filed in the past 5 years
• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to turn on or transfer utilities

What documents are required to complete the application?

• Proof of positive rental payment history
• Recent utility bill owing less than $400
• State ID, Driver's license, or passport
• Social Security card or tax identification

How important is credit?

We do not require a certain credit score. However, we do wish to see positive credit references and wish not to see:

• Rental Property judgments
• Repossessions
• Utility Collections
• Bad Checks

Click here to apply for free!

Application Fee

• Zero! No fee to apply!

Security Deposit

• The security deposit will reserve the house for up to 2 weeks. Within that time frame the lease should be signed and move-in costs paid or security deposit may be liquidated.
• Due to processing time, security deposit cannot be paid online, and must be paid at an accepting Rent Money location.

First Months Rent

• Full rent is to be paid on or before the move in date
• Second months rent will be prorated based upon move in date
• Due to processing time, first month's rent cannot be paid online, and must be paid at an accepting Rent Money location.
• Common Rent Money locations include Ace Cash Express, Kroger, Wal-mart, or Superlo. A small service fee may apply.