Brim Properties, and specifically Brigham, completely mishandled what could have been a straightforward rental. My experience was riddled with poor communication, unprofessional conduct, and what feels like a pattern of stringing along qualified tenants without any serious intention of approving them--just to collect application fees.
The Tour:The unit was shown by a young man named Tommy. While polite, he stood near the entrance, offered minimal information about the unit, and couldn't answer basic questions.At one point, he mentioned he had just returned from his mission and looked at me expectantly, as if trying to gauge whether I shared his religious background. In a professional setting, this was inappropriate and made the encounter uncomfortable.
The Unit:The property was clearly not ready for a showing. The carpet was dirty, multiple light bulbs were missing, and grime was visible in corners and baseboards. Given my professional background in preparing rental units for new tenants, I recognized immediately that the basic standards for cleanliness and maintenance were not met.
The Communication:I approached Brim as an extremely qualified applicant:
* Proof of consistent rent payments, always on time or early.
* Proof of stable income.
* A co-signer earning over $1 million a year.
* A willingness to hand-deliver paperwork and work quickly.
Despite all of this, after providing my information and respectfully asking if there was anything in my background that would be an issue under their stated (very rigid) screening policies, I was ghosted for a full week.When I followed up to ask again for clarification, Brigham finally responded--with a cold, dismissive "Sorry you feel that way," without ever actually answering the questions I had asked.
At no point did Brim Properties show any real commitment to reviewing my application fairly. They made no effort to engage meaningfully with the information I provided. It became clear that asking thoughtful questions and expecting basic professional communication was seen as an inconvenience to them.
Their Standards:Brim applies extremely strict written standards that allow them to reject even highly qualified applicants immediately. What's worse is they refuse to clarify anything when asked reasonable, general questions in advance.You are expected to pay a non-refundable application fee without being told how your application will be evaluated--even if your history is strong and your current situation is excellent.
To Renters:Unless you have perfect credit, a flawless financial and rental history, and have never experienced any temporary hardship, even outside your control, do not waste your time or money.They will not consider context. They will not engage in conversation. And they will not hesitate to ghost or dismiss you after collecting your fee.
To Property Owners:If your units are sitting vacant for longer than they should, this is likely why.Brim Properties is turning away excellent tenants like me--stable, communicative, responsible individuals willing and ready to move in--because it would require them to engage and do more than the bare minimum.I provided proof of stable income, perfect rent history, funds for a deposit, and even a high-net-worth co-signer. Despite making every effort to streamline the process, I was still treated dismissively.
If Brigham and Brim Properties cared about your investments, they would focus on placing reliable, respectful tenants--not just whoever fits the narrowest, easiest-to-screen mold.They also need to ensure that properties they represent are clean, maintained, and show ready--not left dirty and neglected as I witnessed.
Bottom Line:Brim Properties lost an excellent tenant by refusing to communicate clearly, properly maintain their property, or engage seriously with qualified applicants.Until they commit to professionalism, transparency, and basic respect for renters and property owners alike, I strongly recommend looking elsewhere for housing or property management services. read more