Look at a Tenant's car when choosing applicants...

[Alan Asriants]

When screening a tenant, don't just look at a tenant's application and credit score

Their application will tell you a general idea of whether or not a tenant is qualified, but it won't show you how they will take care of your property.

When I look at tenants, I try to see the car they drive. I don't care about the make, model, or year, I only care about it's condition. 

The car's condition is a sign of how they will treat your property. Is their car clean? Messy? Lot's of damage and scratches?

Another thing I pay attention to is:

How do the prospective tenants walk into the place?

Do they barge right in? Do they ask to take off their shoes? Do they formally greet you?

Are they constantly pointing out problems and asking you if things will be addressed? (Negotiating before even submitting an application about nit picky things that don't matter)

What do you guys do to screen your tenants besides an application?