We distributed a letter to all tenants in the building about roach behavior and control, and had their place sprayed.  

I have been doing background checks for a while in ma and no one seems to be coming up with any evictions or criminal background history.

"Why would I reward such behavior?"

Criminal check?

Non-violent criminal history over 3-5 years at your discretion.

I've been running the standard should make 3 times the rental price, I run credit, background and criminal checks and after someone applies, I send out fax for prior work history and landlords.  

RE school will teach you how to take care of the ethics and abide by the laws, but won't teach you about how to make a living.As far as the criminal background requirements - you should call your state board to find out.

The leads for these guys come from lead generation criminals who find susceptible folks who actually fill these forms out thinking they are going to win a contest or prize.With the internet ,  FB, Linkdin, BP , CI  etc  etc.. these scammers don't need to even buy leads they simply place adds here or what most do is just troll the forum and respond to someone who is looking for money..

On his application, he disclosed that he has a criminal record and that was verified on the report I ran on him.

(Rental comps have been done for the rent rate.)Rent: $875/month with a $875 depositMonthly Income requirement: $2625Non-refundable pet deposit: $250Pet Rent: $15/per pet (may be negotiable based on applicant's situation), Max of 2 pets, No dogs over 50 lb and no aggressive breeds (I wince because I have a pit bull myself and was an incredible tenant)Application Fee: $35 (will run background check with NTN or any other suggested site)No prior evictions, criminal history, feloniesStable work historyReferences from past landlordsReferences from bosses/supervisorsCredit score of 675 or higherNo more than 4 adults over 18 years old living in the homeAll members of household 18 years of age or older must apply separately and pay the application fee separatelyOnly complete and true applications will be consideredWhat are we missing here?