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Updated almost 8 years ago on . Most recent reply

Best way to screen tenants?
Hello BP- i am closing on my first two family in Monmouth County,NJ tomorrow. What is the best way to screen tenants for credit, income verification, etc..? Is there a website that you recommend or another way? Thanks in advance!!
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We use Cozy.co, and require the tenants to pay the $25 application fee and get a background check, they also have a credit report for $39. Once they apply, we get a PDF and get all our answers.. having someone pay to apply weeds out any non-serious applicants. As far as verifying income, you just need to call their employment (don't use the number given by applicant-- use official business line) and verify they work there, and how long, and ask if the quoted amount sounds right for their income. Good luck!