How do you consider multiple applicants

[Satha Palani]

Hi,

I put my house on market Thursday and got a ton of interests. I have been doing my research on BP for sometime now and have been following some best practices.

I am asking all prospects to fill out a pre-screen survey prior to scheduling a viewing. Got a few back, and a couple of those are for 3 or more young professionals who want to share the house.

In this case, would all of them be on the lease such that they would be responsible for the rent jointly and individually? Would I assume that each contributed to the security deposit equally? Does the above apply to non married couples as well (boy / girlfriend, engaged etc.)?

If it were you, would you ask for more by way of security deposit in this case?

Also, any thoughts on renting to groups of young professionals? Assuming you had your pick of tenants, where would this group fall?

Thank you,

satha