Filling out an application before seeing rental

[Vincent P.]

Hello BP- i just purchased my first multi family in NJ. I renovated and listed one apartment on Craigslist and Zillow. I clearly stated in the add; credit, backround check, income verification and refrences required.  I am getting a few emails about prospects wanting to see the property. Should i show the property first then have them fill out the application and sumbit backround info or vice versa? Is there a generic rental application most people use? Thanks!!