Rental criteria

We apply the same written standards to every applicant, for every home. Please read them before you apply. Application decisions are made only after screening is complete.

Equal Housing Opportunity

Unwind Vacation Rentals does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, familial status or disability, or any other class protected by federal, South Carolina or local law. We provide reasonable accommodations and modifications for people with disabilities. To request one, email us or tell any team member. You do not need to use any particular words.

Who applies

• Every adult 18 or older who will live in the home submits an application and completes screening.
• Applications are reviewed in the order they are completed (application and screening both done).
• Occupancy: generally two people per bedroom, plus one, consistent with local code. Children under 2 are not counted.

Income

• Combined gross household income of at least 3 times the monthly rent.
• All lawful, verifiable income counts, including wages, self-employment, Social Security, disability, retirement, child support, alimony and housing vouchers.
• If income is below 3×, we may approve with an additional deposit (where permitted) or a qualified guarantor.

Rental history

• We verify the last 2 years of rental history where available. No rental history is not, by itself, a reason for denial.
• An eviction judgment or unpaid balance owed to a prior landlord in the last 5 years may result in denial or a conditional approval.

Credit

• We look at the whole report, not a single score. Medical debt and student loans are not held against you.
• Open collections owed to landlords or utility companies may require an additional deposit.

Criminal history

• We do not use arrests that did not result in a conviction.
• We consider only convictions that show a demonstrable risk to residents or property. We look at the nature, severity and age of the offense, and any evidence of rehabilitation you want to share.
• There is no blanket ban based on a criminal record.

Pets & assistance animals

• Pet policies vary by home and are listed on each home's page. Pet fees, pet deposits or pet rent may apply.
• Assistance animals for people with disabilities are not pets. Pet rules and fees do not apply to them.

Fees & move-in

• The screening fee is paid directly to our screening partner when you complete your background check.
• At lease signing, the security deposit (shown on each listing) and first month's rent, prorated if mid-month, are due before you receive keys.
• Rent is paid through the online resident portal by bank transfer (ACH). Autopay is available.

If we can't approve your application

If a decision is based in whole or in part on information in a consumer report, you will receive a written notice. It names the reporting agency and explains your right to get a free copy of the report and to dispute anything inaccurate.

Questions? Email rentals@unwindvacations.com.