First In First Out Queue

First In, First Out (FIFO): The fairest method for processing multiple applicants.

Timeline Example:

12:00 PM - Applicant A starts application

12:30 PM - Applicant B starts application

1:00 PM - Applicant B completes application ← FIFO Position #1

2:00 PM - Applicant C completes application ← FIFO Position #2

3:00 PM - Applicant A completes application ← FIFO Position #3

Result:

• Applicant B reviewed first (completed first)

• Applicant C reviewed second

• Applicant A reviewed third (even though they started first)

Fair Housing Compliance:

• Objective ordering

• No discrimination possible

• Clear, transparent rules

• Documented process