What software/website do y'all use for tenant screening? What about for managing your rentals? In my limited research on this, I've noticed that most tenant screening websites charge roughly $30 per background check. Do y'all charge this to the prospective tenant or eat the cost yourself? Thanks ...
I'm "considering" Section 8 to get maximum rent for a house I'm closing on in the Penn Hills, PA area this month and wanted any tips/advice for getting a good tenant. I typically screen my tenants well, but not sure if there's anything different I should consider when screening section 8 tenants....
My local rental housing association is offering its members free access to 'Intellirent' screening. The prospective tenant fills out their application online & pays for the credit/background checks. If you've used this service, I'd appreciate any feedback about your experience with this service. ...
Curious if anyone has experience working with HYVA LLC (DBA Stay Narami)? I received an inquiry on Furnished Finder. The person I spoke with asked standard questions on property availability, pricing, deposits, utilities, floorplan, etc. I can't find a lot of reviews on the company outside of the...
What does everyone use for rental applications in NYS. Rent Prep/Stessa won't let me do rental applications in NYS.
For those managing rentals themselves, what does your tenant screening process look like from application to approval? I’m curious how people handle income verification, credit, rental history, references, and background checks, especially when one part of the application looks strong but another...
Does someone being on maternity leave influence your decision when assessing applicant household income? I am by no means discriminating against them for being on leave, but their household income only just met our minimum requirement for the property/expenses with full-time income from both part...
Man reached out to rent my unit for his 4 employees on a 6 month job. He qualifies and passed credit/background/income check, but they do not have ssn and my PM software requires it. Since they are the occupants I want a background check. He has sent me 2/4 passports (from central america) since ...
As the subject suggests, I've been an investor for 30 years, mostly in SFR, and have encountered a variety of ups/downs, but have never dealt with an ESA. My properties have always been under a PM, and more recently I am looking to self-manage, at least investigating it and not ready to leap. Thi...
Hi! I’m a property owner in Buffalo, NY, and I’m getting ready to list a property for rent. I’d appreciate advice from other local landlords/property owners about the safest and easiest way to handle tenant applications and background/credit checks while following New York State rules. Do you rec...
I have been using Zumper for many years, and been very happy with it. At $35 per person (they pay) it is the most reasonable I could find. Now Zumper is ending this service and I need to find a new one. What are your favorites? They all seem so expensive at $55 for most of them, I feel sorry for ...
All - how do you perceive and score applicants that have either had 1) an open eviction filing, 2) an eviction filed case that got settled? (Neither of these appears to be the same as an eviction.) Thanks.
They say never work with family or close friends... what about coworkers? I just acquired a property with a nice yard and playground. I am going to house hack one unit and rent the first floor out. I think a small family would make a great fit. I recall a young coworker expressing to me that him ...
Hi I have a quick question, I have a tenant that wants to occupy my home she’s willing to pay full year in advance. She told me ahead of time that she has bad credit and might have a domestic charge from a past relationship with her ex. She wants a year to get her credit better to buy a house . W...
We are getting ready to launch our first rental and we have a question about calling previous landlords when screening prospective tenants. I understand that there can be liability issues for landlords in answering these types of questions. We would not be asking any sensitive questions about the...
Been deep in research on tenant fraud lately after seeing how widespread it's gotten. Pulled together a few things I've learned from landlords who've been burned. Sharing here in case it's useful. 1. Check the YTD math on every paystub Gross pay × number of pay periods should equal the YTD total....
Hi all! I had yet another potential tenant submit an application through TurboTenant without ever calling or speaking with me. This was the first red flag but nothing new -- I've had this happen several times before. They just submit an application and pay the fee hoping to muscle their way in an...
Hi! We just have a campus rental (UC) that we are going to try rent for the 1st time. How do I successfully screen a college kid or do I require them to have a parent cosign and screen them? Also, any software/apps recommendations to manage this would be a appreciated. We plan to self manage from...
Hello everyone, I recently put a property on zillow and received quite a few applications. The problem I have been receiving is tenants that do not qualify or try to commit fraud to move in the property (fake pay stubs, lying about employment, etc.). I have them apply on zillow, but I heard there...
Hey fellow landlords and leasing managers! I have a question around background check. Do I need a signed consent form from my tenant before calling their previous landlord for a reference check in Texas? My leasing agent insists we do, but my understanding is that written consent is only required...
After 17 years working with investors and property managers, the single biggest tenant screening mistake I see owners make is wanting to "wait and see" after a qualified applicant has already applied. The owner delays approval, hoping a stronger applicant will show up. The qualified applicant ren...
My buddy rented to someone in the Atlanta metro last year. Person was real, showed up to the showing, seemed totally normal. Bank statements and proof of employment were not real though. Cost him a few months of headaches and real money to get out of it. Started digging into this after it happene...
I have 3 SFR & 1 Mid term rental, My tenant application process goes as follows: I put an ad on FB Marketplace and a sign in the yard with my phone number. Potential tenants reach out to me and I message or text each potential tenant requesting there email address. I then send them an application...
I have a studio unit and one of my screening criteria is a 650+ credit score. i have an applicant who applied and has a 707 score, but the credit report is flagging a few things. 1. Not enough available credit on revolving accounts 2. Insufficient payment activity over the last year 3. Too many r...
I am a first time investor and I'm renting the cottage house on my own property. it has a shared backyard with myself and the tenant. I have a potential tenant who has a registered ESA dog that's a husky. The tenant told me landlords won't allow his dog b/c it's a husky. What do I need to know ab...