Real Estate Investor · Dallas, TX · Member since 2013 · 388 posts · 174 votes
Hi, The tenant background check service I usually use (not going to name them here) no longer does employment verification. a) Is there a service you recommend? b) If I do it myself, is there standard questions I should/can ask? c)If I do it myself, how should it go and/or what should I expect?
@Luke H. Rentprep.com has an option on their screening tool to have them verify employment. I prefer to do it myself through paystubs and calling/emailing the employer.
Ask:
How long has the applicant worked there?
What does the applicant do for the company?
How much do they make?
Is the work temporary or seasonal?
Are they a responsible employee?
Also fake paystubs are a thing. I wouldn't rely on them alone. Usually applicants will make a mistake but I have seen some good ones. Verify them with your employer questions.