House Hacking for the first time. Advice?

[Tyler Sample]

About to close on my first home. 3bd/2ba. Any videos or ways on screening tenants you guys recommend? Going to advertise mainly by word of mouth but would like to know how to handle people's credit information, pay, etc when deciding who I really want living with me. Trying to keep it simple but I want them to sign a contract and do it somewhat official. Any advice?

[Chelsea Kline]

Hi @Tyler Sample! Congratulations on your first home!

You have been given some great advice above! Brandon Turners, "Book on Managing Rental Properties" is filled with helpful information and I'd highly recommend.

As for tenant screening BiggerPockets actually has recommended tenant screening companies under the landlord resources tab. You can find the landlord resources tab by hovering over the "tools" bar and clicking "Landlord Resources". Some of these companies also offer free forms and other resources for landlords that you might find helpful. 

I'd suggest checking out the list provided by BP and researching which company would best fit your screening needs.

Best of luck to you!