Great advice is needed.

[Delmas Edwards]

Hey, so I have someone who's interested in moving in on the 19th of this month. Do I prorate the rent or what do I do?

[Christine Kankowski]

I charge a full months rent for the first month.   10/19 - 11/18, then I prorate November, which is due on the first.  This way, you dont get someone moving in paying just a partial month and then not paying.

ALso collect a full security depsoit.  If they can't pay it, they are running too close to not being able to pay rent. No payments on deposits. 

Best of luck!