{"id":2236,"date":"2022-07-19T07:03:38","date_gmt":"2022-07-19T14:03:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/?page_id=2236"},"modified":"2024-04-10T11:09:26","modified_gmt":"2024-04-10T18:09:26","slug":"screening","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/screening\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Guide to Rental Property Tenant Screening"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Last Updated: <strong>April 2024<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/screening.png\" alt=\"Tenant Screening\" class=\"wp-image-8145 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-120x120.png 120w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 512px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 512\/512;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/screening.png\" alt=\"Tenant Screening\" class=\"wp-image-8145 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-120x120.png 120w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 512px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 512\/512;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/screening.png\" alt=\"Tenant Screening\" class=\"wp-image-8145\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-120x120.png 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/noscript><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Tenant screening is an extremely important component of <a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/\">rental property management<\/a>. Proper screening ensures that a landlord is getting the right type of tenant for their risk tolerance, and mutually beneficial relationships for both parties. Poor screening can result in poor relationships for both landlord and tenants. Below we take a look at what rental property tenant screening is, what to look for when screening, and the different types of screening methods available to landlords.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>On This Page<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-9-types-of-tenant-screening-reports\" data-level=\"2\">9 Types of Tenant Screening Reports<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-residential-tenant-screening\" data-level=\"2\">Residential Tenant Screening<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-commercial-tenant-screening\" data-level=\"2\">Commercial Tenant Screening<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-pet-screening\" data-level=\"2\">Pet Screening<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-top-25-tenant-screening-services\" data-level=\"2\">Top 25+ Tenant Screening Services<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-rental-property-tenant-screening-faq\" data-level=\"2\">Rental Property Tenant Screening FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/products\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2-free-downaloads-ad.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16169 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/250;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2-free-downaloads-ad.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16169\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-types-of-tenant-screening-reports\">9 Types of Tenant Screening Reports<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What are on tenant screening reports? Nowadays, tenant screening reports cover much more than just credit checked with major credit bureaus such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.experian.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Experian<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.equifax.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Equifax<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.transunion.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TransUnion<\/a>. Below is a list of the most common types of reports that may be included in an overall tenant screening process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-credit-report\">Credit Report<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Provides an overview of the applicant&#8217;s credit history, including credit score, payment history, outstanding debts, and inquiries<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-eviction-history-report\">Eviction History Report<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Checks for any previous <a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/law\/evictions\/\">evictions or unlawful detainer actions<\/a> filed against the applicant.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-criminal-background-check\">Criminal Background Check<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reveals any past criminal convictions or history of criminal activities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-sex-offender-registry-check\">Sex Offender Registry Check<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Determines if the applicant is a registered sex offender.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-rental-history-report\">Rental History Report<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Verifies the applicant&#8217;s rental history by checking previous rental references, evictions, and lease violations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-employment-verification\">Employment Verification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Confirms the applicant&#8217;s employment status, income, and stability.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-income-verification\">Income Verification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Assesses the applicant&#8217;s ability to pay rent by verifying their income and employment status.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-bankruptcy-report\">Bankruptcy Report<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Identifies if the applicant has filed for bankruptcy in the past.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-9 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-identity-verification\">Identity Verification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensures the applicant&#8217;s identity is valid and matches the information provided on the application.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-residential-tenant-screening\">Residential Tenant Screening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/residential-screening-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17566 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/residential-screening-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/residential-screening-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/residential-screening-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/residential-screening.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/residential-screening-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/residential-screening-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/residential-screening-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/residential-screening-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/residential-screening.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/screening\/residential\/\">residential rental property tenant screening process<\/a> would be used during the <a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/multifamily\/\">leasing of an apartment<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/single-family\/\">a single family rental (SFR)<\/a>. Residential leases are usually under the name of the individual person and possibly a cosigner if applicable. Creditworthiness will be checked for all people who will be on the lease agreement. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 has-custom-font-size has-normal-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-midnight-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/screening\/residential\/\">Ultimate guide to Residential Tenant Screening \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-commercial-tenant-screening\">Commercial Tenant Screening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/commercial-screening-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17567 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/commercial-screening-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/commercial-screening-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/commercial-screening-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/commercial-screening.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/commercial-screening-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/commercial-screening-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/commercial-screening-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/commercial-screening-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/commercial-screening.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/screening\/commercial\/\">commercial rental property tenant screening process<\/a> would be used in the process of leasing commercial spaces such as a retail property, office space, or industrial warehouse. Commercial leases are usually under the name of the business, however, Landlords sometimes may require a personal guarantee if in their opinion, business financials are lacking or the company is relatively new. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 has-custom-font-size has-normal-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-midnight-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/screening\/commercial\/\">Ultimate guide to Commercial Tenant Screening \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pet-screening\">Pet Screening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pet-screening-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17568 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/pet-screening-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/pet-screening-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/pet-screening-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/pet-screening.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pet-screening-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/pet-screening-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/pet-screening-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/pet-screening-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/pet-screening.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/screening\/pet\/\">Pet screening<\/a> is a process used by landlords and property managers to evaluate the suitability of pets accompanying tenant applications for rental properties. This procedure often involves assessing pet attributes to ensure compliance with property policies and local regulations. The aim of pet screening is to mitigate potential risks and ensure a harmonious living environment for all residents.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 has-custom-font-size has-normal-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-midnight-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/screening\/pet\/\">Ultimate guide to Pet Screening \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-midnight-gradient-background has-background\" style=\"padding-top:35px;padding-right:25px;padding-bottom:50px;padding-left:25px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-10 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-background-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-bafca213486a9b98a73751665cd8d9f4\" id=\"h-the-1-rental-property-newsletter\">The #1 Rental Property Newsletter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"has-background-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9f863b655fc7d93200a7564c3b902062\">Once a month, we send out an exclusive Rental Property Market Update with top stories, current mortgage rates, building products, and more. 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--smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 400\/400;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rentprep-logo.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rentprep-logo.png 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rentprep-logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rentprep-logo-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/avail-logo.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2245 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/avail-logo.png 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/avail-logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/avail-logo-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 400\/400;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/avail-logo.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/avail-logo.png 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/avail-logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/avail-logo-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/tools\/smartmove\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/transunion-smartmove-logo.jpg\" alt=\"TransUnion SmartMove\" class=\"wp-image-9621 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo.jpg 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-120x120.jpg 120w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 400\/400;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/transunion-smartmove-logo.jpg\" alt=\"TransUnion SmartMove\" class=\"wp-image-9621 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo.jpg 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-120x120.jpg 120w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 400\/400;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/transunion-smartmove-logo.jpg\" alt=\"TransUnion SmartMove\" class=\"wp-image-9621\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo.jpg 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-120x120.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/tools\/myrental\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/myrental-logo.png\" alt=\"MyRental\" class=\"wp-image-4176 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/myrental-logo.png 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/myrental-logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/myrental-logo-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 400\/400;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/myrental-logo.png\" alt=\"MyRental\" class=\"wp-image-4176\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/myrental-logo.png 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/myrental-logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/myrental-logo-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Tenant Screening services are third-party providers of background data such as screening reports on tenant applicants. Due to the sensitive data they gather, they are classified as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.law.cornell.edu\/wex\/consumer_reporting_agencies_(cra)\">Consumer Reporting Agency (C.R.A.)<\/a> and regulated by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\/legal-library\/browse\/statutes\/fair-credit-reporting-act\">Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)<\/a>. Landlords and property managers have many choices when it comes to selecting a tenant screening service, so&nbsp; we\u2019ve included a few of the top <a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/software\/screening\/\">online tenant screening services<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-midnight-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/software\/screening\/\">All Tenant Screening Software \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-midnight-gradient-background has-background\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-11 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-background-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-7149e99854fc4dc14fe722aa365ad2ab\" id=\"h-search-rental-real-estate\">Search Rental Real Estate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6324af2bfd9c65ddc9bd5054878a7b3d\">Try searching out site for hundreds of rental property topics ranging from property management, investor tool reviews, investment research, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n<form role=\"search\" method=\"get\" action=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/\" class=\"wp-block-search__button-outside wp-block-search__icon-button wp-block-search\"    ><label class=\"wp-block-search__label screen-reader-text\" for=\"wp-block-search__input-51\" >Search<\/label><div class=\"wp-block-search__inside-wrapper \" ><input class=\"wp-block-search__input\" id=\"wp-block-search__input-51\" placeholder=\"Best Rental Property Building Products\" value=\"\" type=\"search\" name=\"s\" required \/><button aria-label=\"Search\" class=\"wp-block-search__button has-text-color has-secondary-color has-background has-background-background-color has-icon wp-element-button\" type=\"submit\" ><svg class=\"search-icon\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<path d=\"M13 5c-3.3 0-6 2.7-6 6 0 1.4.5 2.7 1.3 3.7l-3.8 3.8 1.1 1.1 3.8-3.8c1 .8 2.3 1.3 3.7 1.3 3.3 0 6-2.7 6-6S16.3 5 13 5zm0 10.5c-2.5 0-4.5-2-4.5-4.5s2-4.5 4.5-4.5 4.5 2 4.5 4.5-2 4.5-4.5 4.5z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t\t<\/svg><\/button><\/div><\/form><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rental-property-tenant-screening-faq\">Rental Property Tenant Screening FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-what-is-tenant-screening\">What is Tenant Screening?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-12 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tenant-screening-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16227 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/tenant-screening-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/tenant-screening-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/tenant-screening-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/tenant-screening.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tenant-screening-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/tenant-screening-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/tenant-screening-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/tenant-screening-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/tenant-screening.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tenant_screening\">Tenant screening<\/a> is the act of evaluating prospective rental tenants based on a series of quantitative and qualitative factors. The screening process culminates in an ultimate \u201cYes\u201d or \u201cNo\u201d decision to fully approve an applicant, approve the applicant conditionally (such as requiring an increased <a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/security-deposits\/\">security deposit<\/a> or cosigner), or deny tenancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 has-custom-font-size is-style-fill has-small-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-midnight-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/dictionary\/\">More Rental Real Estate Terms \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-what-is-the-best-tenant-screening-service\">What is the Best Tenant Screening Service?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best tenant screening services ultimately depend on many different variables such as type of residential property (e.g. single family rentals vs commercial real estate), management (self manage vs professional property manager), and other things. The right software can act as an <a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/tools\/\">essential tool for rental property business<\/a>, whereas the wrong choice could result in unnecessary expenses for unused features. Below is our overall top pick for each category:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size\" id=\"h-residential-screening\">Residential Screening<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-13 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-13 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/transunion-smartmove-logo.jpg\" alt=\"TransUnion SmartMove\" class=\"wp-image-9621 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo.jpg 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-120x120.jpg 120w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 400\/400;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/transunion-smartmove-logo.jpg\" alt=\"TransUnion SmartMove\" class=\"wp-image-9621 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo.jpg 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-120x120.jpg 120w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 400\/400;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/transunion-smartmove-logo.jpg\" alt=\"TransUnion SmartMove\" class=\"wp-image-9621\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo.jpg 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/transunion-smartmove-logo-120x120.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><lord-icon src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lordicon.com\/mdgrhyca.json\" trigger=\"loop\" colors=\"primary:#3e69dc,secondary:#3e69dc\" style=\"width:40px;height:40px;\" delay=\"5000\"><\/lord-icon>\n\n<lord-icon src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lordicon.com\/mdgrhyca.json\" trigger=\"loop\" colors=\"primary:#3e69dc,secondary:#3e69dc\" style=\"width:40px;height:40px;\" delay=\"5250\"><\/lord-icon>\n\n<lord-icon src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lordicon.com\/mdgrhyca.json\" trigger=\"loop\" colors=\"primary:#3e69dc,secondary:#3e69dc\" style=\"width:40px;height:40px;\" delay=\"5500\"><\/lord-icon>\n\n<lord-icon src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lordicon.com\/mdgrhyca.json\" trigger=\"loop\" colors=\"primary:#3e69dc,secondary:#3e69dc\" style=\"width:40px;height:40px;\" delay=\"5750\"><\/lord-icon><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size\" id=\"h-smartmove-transunion\">SmartMove (TransUnion)<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Why We Like SmartMove by TansUnion<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 SmartMove generates the same common reports like other tenant screening softwares, however, we like it the most due its simplicity to use and trust of data handling as TransUnion is one of the major credit bureaus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 has-custom-font-size is-style-fill has-small-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-midnight-gradient-background has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/tools\/smartmove\/\">SmartMove Overview &amp; Reviews \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size\" id=\"h-commercial-screening\">Commercial Screening<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-15 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-14 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/experian-logo.png\" alt=\"Experian\" class=\"wp-image-3830 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/experian-logo.png 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/experian-logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/experian-logo-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 400\/400;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/experian-logo.png\" alt=\"Experian\" class=\"wp-image-3830\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/experian-logo.png 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/experian-logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/experian-logo-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-14 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><lord-icon src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lordicon.com\/mdgrhyca.json\" trigger=\"loop\" colors=\"primary:#3e69dc,secondary:#3e69dc\" style=\"width:40px;height:40px;\" delay=\"5000\"><\/lord-icon>\n\n<lord-icon src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lordicon.com\/mdgrhyca.json\" trigger=\"loop\" colors=\"primary:#3e69dc,secondary:#3e69dc\" style=\"width:40px;height:40px;\" delay=\"5250\"><\/lord-icon>\n\n<lord-icon src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lordicon.com\/mdgrhyca.json\" trigger=\"loop\" colors=\"primary:#3e69dc,secondary:#3e69dc\" style=\"width:40px;height:40px;\" delay=\"5500\"><\/lord-icon>\n\n<lord-icon src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lordicon.com\/mdgrhyca.json\" trigger=\"loop\" colors=\"primary:#3e69dc,secondary:#3e69dc\" style=\"width:40px;height:40px;\" delay=\"5750\"><\/lord-icon><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size\" id=\"h-experian-business-credit\">Experian Business Credit<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Why We Like Experian Business Credit<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Experian  is one of the major credit bureaus, which provides them with access to a large and deep pool of data on businesses, as well as the individuals associated with them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size\" id=\"h-pet-screening-0\">Pet Screening<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-17 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-15 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/petscreening-logo.png\" alt=\"PetScreening\" class=\"wp-image-15802 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/petscreening-logo.png 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/petscreening-logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/petscreening-logo-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 400\/400;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/petscreening-logo.png\" alt=\"PetScreening\" class=\"wp-image-15802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/petscreening-logo.png 400w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/petscreening-logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/petscreening-logo-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-16 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><lord-icon src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lordicon.com\/mdgrhyca.json\" trigger=\"loop\" colors=\"primary:#3e69dc,secondary:#3e69dc\" style=\"width:40px;height:40px;\" delay=\"5000\"><\/lord-icon>\n\n<lord-icon src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lordicon.com\/mdgrhyca.json\" trigger=\"loop\" colors=\"primary:#3e69dc,secondary:#3e69dc\" style=\"width:40px;height:40px;\" delay=\"5250\"><\/lord-icon>\n\n<lord-icon src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lordicon.com\/mdgrhyca.json\" trigger=\"loop\" colors=\"primary:#3e69dc,secondary:#3e69dc\" style=\"width:40px;height:40px;\" delay=\"5500\"><\/lord-icon>\n\n<lord-icon src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lordicon.com\/mdgrhyca.json\" trigger=\"loop\" colors=\"primary:#3e69dc,secondary:#3e69dc\" style=\"width:40px;height:40px;\" delay=\"5750\"><\/lord-icon><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size\" id=\"h-petscreening\">PetScreening<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Why We Like PetScreening<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 There aren&#8217;t many major players in the pet screening service field, but PetScreening does a great job at making the screening process scalable and fair.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-how-long-does-the-tenant-screening-process-take\">How Long Does the Tenant Screening Process Take?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The duration of the tenant screening process can vary depending on the depth of the screening. Typically, it takes anywhere from 1 to 5 business days to complete. Basic screenings, such as credit and criminal background checks, may be faster, while more comprehensive screenings involving rental history, employment verification, and reference checks might take longer. The key is to balance the thoroughness of the screening with the need to fill the rental quickly, ensuring you make informed decisions about potential tenants while minimizing vacancy periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Property Management Guides<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-16 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/services\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pm-services.png\" alt=\"Property Management Services List\" class=\"wp-image-4239 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pm-services.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pm-services-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pm-services-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 512px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 512\/512;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pm-services.png\" alt=\"Property Management Services List\" class=\"wp-image-4239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pm-services.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pm-services-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pm-services-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/services\/\">Property Management Services<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/rent\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rent-payments.png\" alt=\"Rental Property Rent Payments\" class=\"wp-image-6901 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/rent-payments.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/rent-payments-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/rent-payments-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/rent-payments-120x120.png 120w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 512px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 512\/512;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rent-payments.png\" alt=\"Rental Property Rent Payments\" class=\"wp-image-6901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/rent-payments.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/rent-payments-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/rent-payments-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/rent-payments-120x120.png 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/rent\/\">Rent Payments<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/security-deposits\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/security-deposits.png\" alt=\"Rental Property Security Deposits\" class=\"wp-image-6905 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/security-deposits.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/security-deposits-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/security-deposits-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/security-deposits-120x120.png 120w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 512px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 512\/512;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/security-deposits.png\" alt=\"Rental Property Security Deposits\" class=\"wp-image-6905\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/security-deposits.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/security-deposits-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/security-deposits-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/security-deposits-120x120.png 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/security-deposits\/\">Rental Property Security Deposits<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/screening\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/screening.png\" alt=\"Tenant Screening\" class=\"wp-image-8145 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-120x120.png 120w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 512px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 512\/512;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/screening.png\" alt=\"Tenant Screening\" class=\"wp-image-8145 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-120x120.png 120w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 512px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 512\/512;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/screening.png\" alt=\"Tenant Screening\" class=\"wp-image-8145\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/screening-120x120.png 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/noscript><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/screening\/\">Tenant Screening<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/fees\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/fixed-fee.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4280 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/fixed-fee.png 512w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/fixed-fee-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/fixed-fee-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 512px; 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Please review our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/editorial-standards\/\">Editorial Standards<\/a>\u00a0for more info.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"yoast-breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/\">Home<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalrealestate.com\/property-management\/\">Property Management<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\"><strong>Ultimate Guide to Rental Property Tenant Screening<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last Updated: April 2024 Tenant screening is an extremely important component of rental property management. Proper screening ensures that a landlord is getting the right type of tenant for their risk tolerance, and mutually beneficial relationships for both parties. Poor screening can result in poor relationships for both landlord and tenants. 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