What process have you used to screen potential tenants in the past? Walk me through the process.

When screening potential tenants, regardless of the property type, describe your process. Be sure to demonstrate your organization and efficiency as you explain your process. Consider how you've gone about reviewing applications, if you have collected and checked references, completed background or credit checks, and/or verified employment to find quality tenants. Simply share which of these things you have utilized.

"I follow standard industry practice, such as verifying employment, background and credit checks, and references.
I take it one step further though. I take the time to really get to know the tenant. I really consider their likes, dislikes, and lifestyle. I need to try to predict what their complaints might be and whether they'll be a high or low maintenance tenant. I document and file each step of the process to keep current records."

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