Keeps things clean and simple while also providing a higher authority and some liability protection.   

I will have to talk to an authority on the subject in my area.

It's a matter of strategically negotiating with the local authorities in charge.

It's what I've always used for the bigger apartment complexes I've worked at, but they also offer a version for smaller-scale landlords. that's more affordable yet still comprehensive.

They will ask for authorization, you will fax/email signed rental application, ask questions regarding their status (full-time/part-time), salary, position, etc.We dodged a huge bullet on a prospective tenant by calling HR, turns out they were NEVER employed there.Same goes for prior landlords - check property records of your city to confirm that the owner is the person listed, or call leasing office directly if it is an apartment complex.

Additionally, you'll want to perform a fully comprehensive credit check.

YES (Copy is attached)______ NO7) City/County - Have you had any correspondence with anygovernmental authorities in past 5 years?

Give all of the authorized vehicles that the tenants have a sticker to be put on their car, the tow company will provide these. 

Argus is going to be your most comprehensive analysis tool.

My guess is the seller has not authorized it and they cannot disclose someone's confidential information without authorization.Check your purchase docs to see what information is required to be turned over about the tenant.