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If you paid rent on time in the past, show them your tenancy agreement and rent book or bank statements to prove this. You could also ask for a 'character reference' - a letter from an employer or someone who knows you well, to show that you're reliable.
Did the tenant abide by the rules of the lease and any move-out rules? Did the tenant take care of your home and yard? Were there any complaints made against the tenant? How much work did you have to do to get it ready for the next tenant?
Screening Questions for Tenant's Current or Past LandlordsWhat can you tell me about the tenant?Did the tenant pay on time or in the right amount?Did the tenant abide by the rules of the lease and any move-out rules?Did the tenant take care of your home and yard?Were there any complaints made against the tenant?More items...?
Most landlords will ask a tenant for references. It's an obvious safeguard. After all, this person is going to be living in your rental property. An asset you have invested heavily in.
Landlords will collect rental references from interested renters via a rental application. One thing that is commonly found on rental applications is the request for personal, or character, references. As a landlord, you want to do a comprehensive background check on the tenant which includes calling tenant references.
Screening questions for a tenant's personal referenceHow do you know the applicant?How long have you known them?How do they spend their spare time?Have you been to the renter's home before?Do they smoke?Do they have pets?Can you describe their overall character?More items...?
Most landlords or property owners will request a list of personal references as part of the application process. This is another way for them to verify who you are, get to know your character and gauge if you'll be a reliable tenant. Likewise, you may want to check out who your future landlord is.
Do All Tenants Need To Be Referenced? Yes. All adult tenants aged 18 and over must be named on the Tenancy Agreement and whether they are contributing financially to a share of the rent, all tenants will be required to have a reference check completed.
If you paid rent on time in the past, show them your tenancy agreement and rent book or bank statements to prove this. You could also ask for a 'character reference' - a letter from an employer or someone who knows you well, to show that you're reliable.