How to take deposit for future tenant 2 months out?

[Kenny Luna]

Hi everyone,

I have a great potential for a tenant, however they wont be ready to move until 2 months from now. They are asking if it can be held for them. Whats a good strategy for this, obviously don’t want to lose 2 months of rental income. 

Im guessing take a non-refundable hold deposit for 2 months rent? 

[Alecia Loveless]

@Kenny Luna In my state that would be your only option. I’d be leery of a 2 month out date because usually that means the tenants are looking for a better place or a cheaper place. Not always but usually.