First time landlord here. Curious what each of you screen a potential tenant for:CreditEvictionBackgroundOther?Also interested in recommendations on which services to use for this, and whether you pass the cost along ...

Would like to know what is the best tenant background check website

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New to the REI world. Where is the best place I can go to get a good understanding of what is required before renting out a property? I’m sure it somewhat differs by location. I’m located in Michigan, so that...

Can anyone recommend a GOOD screening service that can be done relatively quickly and affordable online for new tenants. Preferably one that includes criminal, credit, rental history. Again thanks in advance!

Hi All!Does anyone know of any websites or tools that allow an investor to screen for properties that meet the 1% (or whatever % you desire) rule?  For example, is there a way to screen Zillow (or another site) for pr...

I had a tenant for 5.5 years who just moved out, and it is my first time turning over a property. I spent several days repainting (lots of holes, marks, etc), cleaning, steam cleaning the carpet - am not planning ...

I am a new landlord with my first application. I use an online service that does background checks and credit checks with a fee. Two people applied, 24 hours apart. I like both applicants.Applicant #2 has double the m...

Hi, I currently have my first property listed for rent. I've had a couple of prospective tenants that would like to apply and I have a couple questions. Do all adults need to be on the application if I want to run the...

New here and also new to real estate investing! Learned a lot just lurking but took the leap and getting started now. So I plan on investing out of state and finding deals and using lease options. My question mainly c...

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First post after lurking for a while. Close to approving a well qualified applicant for my second rental property. She has two children over the age of 18 living with her who have not filled out an app yet. I...