Potential Tenant Question

[Leah Raney]

I have a potential tenant with bad credit and a spouse with a criminal history (possession of a controlled substance, evading arrest and driving without a valid drivers license, however, they want to pay the whole year's rent upfront. Should I accept them or not? What are your thoughts?

[Marcia Maynard]

Watch the movie "Pacific Heights"!  You've already noted 3 big red flags and nothing good here. What are you thinking? It is critical that you determine your market, rental criteria, and do thorough tenant screening/background checks.