Anybody use the SmartMove listed here? I've sent the link to several people before and never hear back; don't know if they disappeared on their own or the form scares them away.
Hi BP, I am curious the process others use when screening potential tenants to fill a vacancy (with a standard 12 month lease). I own 4 buy and hold units and have a fixed standard I use that weeds out a lot of folks ...
Hello, if a potential renter has filled out only a portion of the application and has left important information, such as SS, reasons for being convicted, previous employers, no personal references and gross income bl...
I have a new (first) investment property and I am screening potential tenants through Zillow. I have read that I should have a pre set level for standards that must be met to be considered. How / where do I set those...
As a property manager, one of the crucial and multifaceted responsibilities is ensuring that landlords have reliable tenants who will treat their property with respect, maintain it in good condition, and pay rent cons...
Navigating the Surge in Rental Application Fraud: A Guide for Landlords and Property Managers
In recent years, the rental market has experienced a troubling rise in application fraud. This phenomenon not only poses s...
I’m getting a bunch of interest in an apartment that I rent out, but 50%+ don’t meet my screening criteria. Do you include your screening criteria in your ad to cut down on potential renters who don’t meet the screeni...
I see some landlords recommend searching social media about the applicant as part of tenant screening. Is this legal to make a decision based on what is found on social media about applicant? I know some websites like...
Hello Everyone,I recently had an apartment put up for rent and have been going through the process of looking at potential tenants. I got a lady who came to look at the apartment. She kept on talking about how she lov...
After joining BP and engaging on the forums I have started using the common strategy of pre-screening folks who call and email me before I show them the property. It has worked well - maybe too well. Some people have ...