We a newbie investors. We have a class A condo in HCOL area that we self-manage. There has been some other interest so far, but only 1 application since we started showing 1 week ago. We have co-applicants who are cousins that are both young professionals with good credit and income. There would be no other occupants. One is a young physician starting his practice. However, his background check revealed a misdemeanor domestic abuse conviction in 2016, for which he was given 2 years probation. This appeared to be an arrest from abuse of the domestic partner at the time.
Are we overthinking this one and should we ignore this? Or, should this be more concerning? We are willing to be patient to find a good tenant if needed. Thanks in advance for any advice!
I wouldn’t just judge the guy on that . For all you know a crazy drunk EX scratched and beat the crap out of the guy , he hit back to defend himself and cops were called resulting in a charge on him . These things happen all the time .
Talk to the previous landlord (not the current one) to find out if there was property damage. Sometimes domestic violence abusers punch wall, punch or kick appliances, break down doors to the bedroom or bathroom, etc. You want to find out if this person is a risk to your property.
I wouldn’t just judge the guy on that . For all you know a crazy drunk EX scratched and beat the crap out of the guy , he hit back to defend himself and cops were called resulting in a charge on him . These things happen all the time .
Domestic abuse could be any range of things, and women often get off without charges while the man takes the hit. Considering it was probation only, and he’s been approved for a medical license, and it was only a misdemeanor, I really wouldn’t give it a second thought. I don’t agree with holding past criminal offenses against people forever.