| If you are like thousands who own rental | | | | backgrounds are all that will show up on their |
| properties, it is important in having the right kinds | | | | reports. So with confidence, they do sign the |
| of tenants. The mere fact that an individual has a | | | | background check consent form. Little do they |
| first rate impression with you, is not the means | | | | know that tenant records are actually included on |
| of judging ones character. A well-mannered, | | | | these type Reports. |
| well-dressed individual, who presents him or | | | | It is advisable not to take deposit money from a |
| herself impressively, can still be a problem tenant. | | | | candidate before conducting a background check |
| On the flipside to this, an individual who may not | | | | on the individual(s). Conducting your own |
| seem to have your qualifications in appearances | | | | reference checking can save you money; but |
| and manners, maybe the most perfect candidate | | | | keep in mind that most prospective tenants will |
| as a tenant. Conducting a background check for | | | | only provide good reference. For most landlords, |
| applicants is always in the best interest of the | | | | they charge prospective clients 50-$80 |
| landlord. | | | | non-refundable application fee, which normally |
| | | | covers the full Background check report. |
| It is important to have the tenant sign a consent | | | | Taking the right steps now will insure that later |
| form to conduct a background check. A | | | | down the road, you will be certain you made the |
| Prospective Tenant who declines the consent | | | | right choice in choosing a tenant. By conducting a |
| form to authorize the landlord to conduct | | | | professional background check, landlords do not |
| background check, usually have something to hide. | | | | only protect their rights as property owners, they |
| Some prospective clients think that criminal | | | | protect the rights of the potential tenants. |