Can I ask for the paystubs from the tenant in Georgia

Can I ask for the paystubs from the tenant in Georgia

Investor · Atlanta, GA · Member since 2015 · 39 posts · 8 votes

Hi BP community,

I have a questions with regard to my rentals. Is it legal to ask for a pay stubs from the tenants prior them signing the lease in Georgia. I have heard different opinions and I am not sure. Looking for the advise.

Thanks,

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Property Manager · Cumming, GA · Member since 2015 · 261 posts · 199 votes
10y

Verifying  3 times the amount of rent in income is a must.  Pay stubs, 1099's, tax returns,  whatever they have to prove income.   If they can't.....deny.

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  • Investor · Jackson, GA · Member since 2011 · 228 posts · 126 votes
    10y

    I do. I consider them proof of income.

  • Property Manager · Cumming, GA · Member since 2015 · 261 posts · 199 votes
    10y

    Verifying  3 times the amount of rent in income is a must.  Pay stubs, 1099's, tax returns,  whatever they have to prove income.   If they can't.....deny.

  • Investor · Atlanta, GA · Member since 2015 · 39 posts · 8 votes
    10y
  • Investor · Peachtree Corners, GA · Member since 2014 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
    10y

    Google fake pay stubs.  You'll quickly realize calling the potential tenant's hr dept is a necessity.  Get the company's number from the Internet.  Also in a small company the owner is often also the hr dept.

  • Investor · Atlanta, GA · Member since 2015 · 39 posts · 8 votes
    10y

    @Cal C.

    Thank you.

  • Investor · Indianapolis, IN · Member since 2015 · 117 posts · 39 votes
    10y
    Take note of YTD on check stub. An applicant may say they have been at s job for three years and only have 2 months worth of income and it is mid August. It is a good idea at this time of year to see a W-2. Very revealing.
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