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Derek McGillicuddy Renting to retired people
22 July 2019 | 6 replies
I check on past landlord history and have applicants provide verification of income -- bank statements showing direct deposits, statement of pension benefits, or signed employer verification form if still working, and contact landlords and employers before I have applicant pay tenant screening service directly for credit/background check. 
Ron Todd Listed with an agent for sale/rent then found a renter on my own
21 July 2019 | 2 replies
If the agent is still screening the applicant, putting them under contract, or doing other work on your behalf, then you should pay them.If you found the tenant and take it back over, you shouldn't have to pay.But all this depends on what your written agreement says.
Rebecca Helm Should I buy my rental (duplex)?
8 August 2019 | 29 replies
If your seriously considering it, I would proactively start the process of screening prospective tenants.
Julianne Croegaert First last and deposit
22 July 2019 | 15 replies
The people that get past my pre-screening really have their act together. 
Armani Emon Landlord discussion and questions
23 July 2019 | 4 replies
So, I really just want to come here to see if you guys can help me minimize surprises when becoming a new landlord.I would hate for the home to be repossessed, or have any laws broken so I am trying to bulletproof my plan.I have considered1) Screening for a good tenant and possibly a property manager2) Putting away money for repairs and surprises3) Looking at the tenant-landlord laws in my area4)Creating leases and collecting rent5)Thinking about the property, city, and state taxAm I missing anything else?
Nicole Obregon 3 tenants, 1 wants out ???
21 October 2019 | 24 replies
They just gave you a big hint that this is just the beginning of issues..... losing work hours, getting back into drugs and one now in rehab......who screened these people?
Bryce McBride Can i "sqeeze blood from a turnip?"
21 July 2019 | 6 replies
You must buy right, add value where you can, screen tenants thoroughly, and hold them to their lease. 
Reagen Natho Let Go Housekeeper Won't Return Keys and Property
22 July 2019 | 14 replies
Hop on amazon and get your screen shots ready for them. 
Bob Drew Credit score slightly lower than 650 - Reject or Approve?
28 September 2019 | 8 replies
I do screen using smart move and am not sure if it checks this eligibility or not.
Tommy Vincent Maintain or get rid of Section 8 eligiblility?
26 August 2019 | 2 replies
In two months, something could easily happen that would cause a SEC 8 inspection to fail - a rip in a screen, drippy faucet, etc.