Contacting previous landlords-proper forms

[Peter M.]

I am currently going through several applications for a unit I have available and was hoping to get some advice on what you ask prior landlords and PM companies when screening a potential tenant.

The main problem is that most of the applicants come from large apartment complexes that require me to fax over a form with a copy of the release the applicant signed, proving they can give me the information I need. Private landlords will usually talk to me over the phone but they are few and far between.

I am in the process of creating this form and was wondering if any of you could give me some tips. Or if you were feeling particularly generous to show me the form you/your company use. Thanks

Peter