Tenant screening is one of the most important jobs of a property manager or landlord. Learn about how to do it right at the Rentec Direct blog.
One of the keys to success in rental management is finding the right tenants to occupy your property. In fact, prioritizing good tenant screening practices is one of the best ways to maximize the profitability of a real estate investment. Good tenants mean on time rent payments, less property damage, and fewer lease violations, all […]
Filling rental property vacancies is one of the many important, and time consuming jobs, every landlord must handle. A good landlord will go to great lengths to find as many qualified applicants as possible in order to fill the unoccupied unit and start collecting rental income once again. A successful marketing program is bound to […]
Introducing an exclusive tenant screening club to protect your rental properties and investments. Rentec Direct has long been the leader in tenant screening solutions for landlords and property managers by providing the best credit reports, criminal background checks, and eviction history searches on rental applicants. Landlords and property managers use these reports to determine if […]
Ever notice that when you search for tenant screening on Google how every option you click claims to have the “best” reports? With over 600,000 search results for “Tenant Screening”, how do you know which option really is the best and how do you know the reports you’ve ordered are accurate? I’m going […]
Landlords and property managers understand the importance of tenant screening to secure the most qualified applicant for your rental property. Failing to properly screen your rental applicants can result in significant loss of income due to late or unpaid rent, property damages, or an ugly and expensive eviction. Establishing standard screening criteria helps landlords and property […]
One of your primary goals as a rental property owner or manager should include finding the most qualified tenant who will pay rent on time, follow lease terms, and take care of the property. And most importantly – you need to find this qualified tenant through legal avenues. Awareness of, and compliance with, Fair Housing […]
In order to get your vacant property leased and occupied in the shortest amount of time possible, you need to give your rental ad maximum exposure. A proven method for getting maximum exposure for your rental vacancies involves placing rental ads in key locations online. A study from Apartments.com found that 61% of online […]
The following article is from the Federal Trade Commission’s guidance on Using Consumer Reports: What Landlords Need to Know. Landlords and property managers are legally allowed to review a rental applicant’s consumer reports and run a background check to determine if he or she will be a qualified tenant. Housing providers will use a variety […]
Properly screening your tenants is the most important step a landlord can do to protect their investment property and management business. In order to ensure that you have responsible tenants, that not only pay their rent on time but also value and take care of their home, there are certain qualifications landlords use to evaluate […]
Rentec Direct now offers a New Full Credit Report for tenant screening and software clients. The New Full Credit Report from Rentec Direct provides a detailed view of an applicant’s credit history including FICO credit score, payment patterns and payment history, bankruptcies, liens and judgements, collection accounts, SSN validation and residence and employment information. The […]
Maintaining a residential property requires active care and preventive maintenance to ensure the longevity of your home. In the case of rental housing, most owners do not live onsite and rely on tenants and management to maintain the condition of their investment property. Despite one’s best effort to screen applicants in order to find […]
Property managers that thrive execute one thing very well: Efficiency. Because there are so many moving parts that go into running a successful rental business, property managers need have a system that keeps them efficient and effective. Property management software gives landlords and property managers a convenient solution to organize their rental business and streamline […]
Congratulations on making the leap towards owning an investment property. Real estate investments are often seen as one of the most reliable (and profitable) investment opportunities due to the tax benefits and income potential. However, a reliable and profitable investment will only become safe and lucrative if managed properly. A new landlord needs to take […]
Make a lasting first impression with a Rental Resume to make sure your landlord remembers you during the rental application process. Applying for a rental home can be as competitive as landing your dream job. The best properties will attract the most qualified tenants, and as a renter, the application process should be approached like applying […]
Landlords and property managers are required to follow their federal, state and local laws about informing tenants of policies, facts, and rules about the property. Any information that is shared with a renter about the property or a renter’s rights are considered disclosures. Landlord disclosures can either be included in the lease or rental agreement, […]