This past weekend we had two different applications for two different properties that had one thing in common. Both applicants submitted totally fake W-2s. You can’t just rely on automated screenings.  You really need...

What procedures and formalities do you follow when investing in rental real estate?

Hi Bigger Pockets communityI have 1 rental so far and was wondering what would be the best management software to use as I begin this journey.I currently have a property managing company in place and I want to get rid...

Searching for a property management company for screening tenants in the Capitol Heights, MD area.  Referrals and recommendations are appreciated.Thanks

I am just now starting to ditch my PM and bring everything in house. This weekend I am setting up my first open house style showing because I received more then a dozen inquiries after 2 days on the market. A few ques...

Do any members have experience with this service?I saw it listed in the marketplace section of the forum. I know I can start a check on someone and I know the prospective tenant can get a report on themselves. What I ...

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...

Would you ever consider an applicant who talked about (as to why they are moving) how they had to withhold rent and take their previous landlord to court (I'm not sure who initiated actually), even if they were comple...

hey BP What's your best way or program to screen and evaluate appilcants? That's most effective and not too costly. Or any recommendations on the process collecting application fees which would prove whos truly intere...

Hi everyone!  We're working on getting our second buy and hold property in Allentown, PA rented and are finding it harder getting applications in. We've been showing the property for the last 3 weeks (just starting o...