What to look for in tenant references

Most landlords treat the reference check like a formality. You call one number, someone says "yeah, great tenant," and you...

How to check rental history and contact previous landlords

Most rental applications look pretty good on paper. Steady income, decent credit score, friendly demeanor at the showing. And then...

How to verify income and employment for rental applicants

Renting to the wrong person is expensive. Not just in missed rent, but in eviction filings, court dates, empty units,...

What does a credit check show landlords (and what score is good enough)

If you own rental property, you've probably asked yourself this question at least once: "Is this credit score good enough,...

Tenant Screening for Rental Property Owners: What You Need to Know

Renting a property is straightforward until the moment you pick the wrong tenant. Then it gets very expensive, very fast....

How to run a background check on a rental applicant

Renting to the wrong person is one of the most expensive mistakes a property owner can make. We're not talking...