First time self listing, so a few questions

[Steve Tom]

Hello,

I am using Zillow to list my property for rental. Since we used to use realtor, this is our first time and we are a little confuse on the proper ways to screen clients.

1. Shall I list the minimum credit score under property overview?

2. I have stated that current tenants are still living on the property and it won't be available until next month. However, several prospect tenanst already requested a tour. A few even submitted application. Shall I ask those requesting tour also submit application first?

3. Do i give priority to those who have submitted applications?

4. Since the current tenants are in the process of moving out, I only listed the property with previosuly used pictures, some are old. Shall I actualyl wait for the tenants to move out, and retake new pictures and post them?

Thank you.

[Bruce Woodruff]

1) Yes, also your income requirements

2) Of course. No one gets anything with you approving their application

3) No

4) I would wait and get it cleaned up and take some new pictures. You will attract better quality tenants and can ask a higher rent. No reason to hurry, you want the best tenant you can get for the long term....