Tenant Screening: Bad Credit okay?

[James Brand]

Hey BP, 

I am currently considering a potential tenant with a poor credit score in Philadelphia. He was upfront with me about it when first viewing the property, and explained he does not currently have a credit card so building his credit has been tough. His prior two landlord references had nothing bad to say. Additionally, he was agreeable to move-in ahead of schedule which is ideal for me, and a longer lease so that the lease term ends in the Summer next year. 

I am curious to get some takes on this...

Thanks!

James