First Time Renter Screening

[Bruce Gerry]

Hey all!

We are newer landlords and we are in the process of trying to get new tenants into our unit. We had a young couple come and check out the unit and apply. We are not sure how to proceed at this time with this couple, due to them being first time renters. They have no prior landlords, so we have no one to call, do we ask for personal references, what would you all recommend?

We have yet to ask for a background check and credit check, because we only do that once we want to move forward with their application. Other than not having any previous landlords, they meet all of our standards (income, nonsmokers, no pets, etc.). Any suggestions would be great!

-Bruce