Many spout off's complain of no year round rentals . You can thank Gov. Murphy's policies of no rent , no security , no eviction executive orders. No landlord will rent under such conditions. Applicants can apply to the national tenant association for credit reports, criminal background checks , and income verification reports for a small fee. Also prepare a resume, names of references, and the address of landlords who rented to you. Be prepared to pay for a one year lease in advance , and hope the landlord will consider a interview. Too many landlords are not being paid. My house. My rules.