Most will also ask for your social security number, your driver's license number or California ID number, and your phone number. Some landlords may also ask for your bank account or credit account numbers for a credit check.

Top Tenant Screening Questions What date would you like to move in? Do you have pets? How long have you lived in your current home? Why are you moving? How many people will be living in the unit? How many people living with you smoke? What is your monthly income? Have you ever been convicted of a relevant crime?

Landlords are prohibited from harassing or retaliating against tenants who exercise their legal rights. In Tennessee, the landlord must not terminate, refuse to renew a lease, or fine a tenant for complaining to the landlord regarding the deposit, complaining to a government agency, or exercising a legal right.

Yes. Generally, a housing provider may check the criminal history of an applicant, although there are some types of criminal history information that providers may not seek or consider (see FAQ 6 below).

You cannot be forced out of your rental home. You cannot be evicted without notice. The landlord cannot change the locks or shut off your utilities to make you leave. Most of the time, a landlord needs to go to court before evicting you.

Most often, there are two reasons why an application would be rejected. One is a lack of information (references, personal information) and a little to no rental history.

Notice Requirements for Tennessee Landlords A landlord can simply give you a written notice to move, allowing you 30 days as required by Tennessee law and specifying the date on which your tenancy will end.

Solid References Most rental applications require at least three references. These references should come from people who know you well, and can attest to you being a solid tenant for the landlord. Most applications want to see previous or current landlords, as well as employers to vouch for your behavior.