When you need tenant screening for your East Cambridge MA property, turn to a company that’s been paving the way for the rental housing industry since 1985. Listed first in The Landlord’s Handbook, Tenant Screening Center provides reliable, accurate screenings that will help you make the most informed decisions. With over 35,000 clients around the… Read more »
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Tenant Screening Newtonville MA
No landlord or property manager wants to end up with a bad tenant, which is why tenant screening is so essential. However, do you have the time or the resources to conduct a thorough screening on your own? That’s where Tenant Screening Center comes in. Landlords and property managers across the nation have been relying… Read more »
Tenant Screening Riverside MA
Riverside MA landlords and property managers know they can trust Tenant Screening Center for accurate, reliable tenant screening services. We’ve been paving the way for the rental housing industry since 1985 and currently serve 35,000 clients nationwide. Our in-depth reports are available online 24/7. We make it easy for you to reduce your workload and… Read more »
Evicting At-Will Tenancies and Squatters
Every eviction case is different. They each have their own set of circumstances, court rulings, and resolutions. The laws concerning evictions can vary greatly too, depending on the type of tenancy you’re dealing with. Here’s a look at two unique types of eviction: squatters and at-will tenants. What’s a Tenancy At-Will? A tenancy at-will is… Read more »
23 Essential Questions to Ask Potential Tenants
One of the most critical decisions you’ll make as a landlord is selecting a tenant from your list of applicants. Bad tenants can be costly. They may cause damage to your property, consistently pay their rent late (or not at all) or even move out before the lease is up. On the other hand, a… Read more »
Catch Up on the Latest HUD Guidelines for Screening Tenants
As a landlord, screening is one of the most important things you can do to reduce the chances of ending up with a problematic tenant. Tenant screening is relatively straightforward, however, it’s essential to make sure that you’re staying compliant with the guidelines laid out by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) when… Read more »
Changes to How Landlords Can Access Criminal Records
Near the end of May, Cook County in Illinois approved a new change to how and when landlords are allowed to access criminal records while running tenant screening. While landlords are still allowed to inquire about a potential tenant’s criminal history, they are only able to do it as a second step to the screening… Read more »
Stay Informed on Proposed Changes to Consumer Information Use
Questions over consumer privacy, particularly in regard to credit reporting agencies like Experian, have become a hotly debated topic on a state and federal level. In February, several Senate hearings addressed the need for improved disclosure of the categories of data collected and shared, as well as a need for opt-out processes. As of now,… Read more »
Why Tenant Verification Service is Successful at Reducing Fraud
You just met with a really nice prospective tenant. They see like they have their act together, they were friendly, and they answered every question well. You’re feeling pretty good about them. Should you trust your gut and extend them a rental agreement? Well, while trusting your gut can be a good thing in many… Read more »
How Tenant Verification Protects Your Business
Why is tenant verification so important? Because it helps you determine not only the best tenant for your given property but also gives you the information you need to make a good business choice as a landlord. Any tenant can walk into a showing and put their best foot forward, making you feel at ease,… Read more »