Before accepting a rental application, conducting a rental verification can help reduce risks by assessing the applicant’s past tenancy behaviors. Here are some questions you might consider asking previous landlords:
1. Duration and Dates of Tenancy:
- "How long did the tenant live at your property and during which dates?"
2. Payment History:
- "Did the tenant consistently pay rent on time? Were there any instances of late payments?"
3. Property Care and Maintenance:
- "How did the tenant maintain the property? Were there any notable damages or issues at the end of their tenancy?"
4. Rule Compliance:
- "Did the tenant adhere to all property rules and lease agreements? Were there any complaints from neighbors or other tenants?"
5. Reason for Leaving:
- "Why did the tenant leave the property? Was the departure voluntary, or were they asked to leave?"
6. Pets:
- "Did the tenant have any pets on the premises?"
- "Has the animal at any time caused a problem or been a nuisance"
7. Eligibility for Rental:
- "Based on your experience, would you rent to this tenant again?"
8. Legal Proceedings:
- "Were any legal proceedings ever initiated against this tenant? If so, why?"