Lock box for application and fee collection?

[Kelly N.]

Hi all,

I was thinking today that it might be handy to have a lock box I could leave on site (locked onto a porch post or secured somehow) when I am showing an apartment for those that aren't able to scan and e mail applications on line.  Has anyone done this and is there a product you would recommend?

I live about 10-15 minutes away from our properties, but running over there to wait around to meet a prospective tenant isn't always practical.  I rent mainly to college students and not all of them have easy access to scan and e mail their applications.  I have been using Intuit's Payment Network for application fees (also use this for rent) or they can pay in cash if I meet up with them, so I was thinking the lock box could also be used to collect the app fee.  I would have them let me know when they drop something off so I can swing by at my convenience (and so I know which group of applicants has their stuff in first).

Thoughts?

Kelly