No one will fill out screening form prior to showings… ideas why?

[Malachi P.]

I have recently listed my first rental unit (a LEGAL/permitted ADU in Utah.. many basement/in-law rentals here are definitely not legal/permitted) and am trying to pre-screen inquiries BEFORE scheduling showings with them. I tried to show first for a few weeks and it was simply a massive waste of time, between the no shows and unqualified applicants. But now I am unable to get any submissions after sending prospects my screening link which I created with google forms.

I know there are a lot of similar posts but I can’t get over some of the replies I’ve received after sending the form which asks (seemingly) standard/basic questions. I would greatly appreciate your feedback
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“I see that (my google form…) is from a third party company - can you tell me more about it?”

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”I went to fill the application but it seems a bit out of order in the steps of inquiring for an apartment (for me). I'd prefer to see if the place interests me first and have a genuine conversation. I also believe initial trust is best built and seen in person and then followed up/backed with the serious details of credit etc. to be sure someone is being authentic.“

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”As a tenant - I would like to go and look at the property before filling out all of that information. I understand it helps deter people who aren’t serious, but for me, it isn’t worth the hassle when I found other places that were in the same price range that were willing to show me and have a conversation after, if we mesh well.”

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My screening form questions are listed below. Would you say the form is doing its job and removing these people from the serious inquiries? Or am I missing out on potentially great renters by giving them a 2 minute “hassle” of a google form (in order to save myself hours of hassle)?

-Name/ Phone Number

-Desired Move in Date?
-Desired lease term? (6/12mo)

-Are you willing to undergo a credit and background check?

-Is there anything that may come up on these reports that we should be aware of?

-What is your estimated credit score (we have a minimum credit score limit of 620)

-Total number of occupants that will be moving in (including any children)?

-Annual Household Income (we have a minimum income limit of 3x rent)?

-Will you be able to provide proof of income for the last 2 years? (W-2,

-Have you filed for bankruptcy in the last 7 years?

-Does anyone in the household smoke? (This property does not allow smoking).

-Number of Pets (we allow a maximum of 2 pets)?

-Any additional information you'd like us to know or take into consideration about you.