Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) Practice Test

Who is responsible for completing the rental application?

1. The property manager

2. The prospective resident

3. The current resident

4. The leasing agent

The correct answer is: The prospective resident

The prospective resident is responsible for completing the rental application because they are the ones seeking to rent the apartment. The application serves as a way for them to provide necessary personal information, rental history, employment details, and financial status, which are all critical for the property management to assess their suitability as a tenant. This process allows the property manager or leasing agent to evaluate the application based on established criteria, such as creditworthiness and rental history. In contrast, while the property manager and leasing agent play important roles in guiding the rental process and ensuring that the application is processed correctly, they do not fill out the application themselves. The current resident typically has no involvement in the application process for new tenancy unless they are providing a reference. Thus, the responsibility lies squarely with the prospective resident who is looking to secure a rental agreement.