Here’s a simple but effective method:Tenant Screening Checklist✔ ID Verification – Confirm the applicant is who they say they are to prevent fraud.✔ Income Verification – Use a service that pulls actual bank deposits rather than relying on pay stubs or bank statements (which can be faked).✔ Eviction & Rental History – Look for past evictions, late payments, and landlord references to spot red flags.✔ Criminal Background Check – Run a nationwide search to ensure compliance with local laws while identifying potential risks.✔ Judgments & Liens Search – Since these no longer appear on credit reports, a separate search helps uncover unpaid debts or financial issues.For Section 8 tenants, screening should be the same—rental history and income verification are key since they’re still responsible for a portion of the rent.

Also, what effect on personal credit score?  

Quote from @Lori Edelman: I bought a duplex in Saginaw, MI and out of an abundance of caution (tenant safety is my utmost priority) , I conducted a lead test which showed that some window frame paint samples inside the house had lead paint.

Any advise on which platforms Facebook, instagram, or any other ones are the most effective for attracting new clients to hopefully sign contracts for rental property mgmt?

Hi there,I'm trying to determine the best way to live in and eventually acquire a property as an inheritance while maximizing cost-effectiveness.

One needs to have outstanding local market knowledge to underwrite effectively. 

Well I think the question is what effect will those layoffs have on the housing market in DC.

I have recently listed my property and I'm getting several inquiries and I was wondering what the best method of screening to touring should look like? Initially my thought process was having them fill out an applicat...

I'm a licensed sales person in the state of Florida (located closer to central FL, Space Coast area if you are familiar), with intent to enter the commercial real estate brokerage industry as soon as I can find footin...

It's all about leveraging the right tools and knowing how to structure deals effectively.