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10 Key Questions to Ask a Previous Landlord During Tenant Reference Checks

Numbers can look good on paper, but a tenant’s true reliability often comes out in conversation with a previous landlord. Knowing the most effective questions to ask a previous landlord allows you to go beyond the basics and assess behavior, responsibility, and long-term potential. Key topic Key information Why ask a former landlord? Landlord references provide insight beyond credit and pay stubs, revealing tenant behavior, property care, and reliability. Essential questions to ask Focus on rental period, payment timeliness, property maintenance, lease compliance, neighbor complaints, and tenant communication. Legal boundaries Avoid questions about protected characteristics like race, religion, disability, or family status to stay compliant. Handling vague or

Jun 11, 2025

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10 Essential Things to Do When Renting Out a House for the First Time

10 Essential Things to Do When Renting Out a House for the First Time

Renting out a house for the first time can be both exciting and challenging. Renting out a house for the first time requires careful planning and knowledge of key steps to avoid costly mistakes. From conducting a full property inspection to understanding

Jun 11, 2025
HUD Criminal Background Check: Requirements, Process & Legal Rights

HUD Criminal Background Check: Requirements, Process & Legal Rights

The HUD criminal background check requirements keep housing safe and fair. These checks help landlords find tenants with risky criminal histories. Knowing what the HUD criminal background check looks at, like how far back does HUD background check goes an

Jun 11, 2025
How Long Does a Rental Application Take? [Full Guide 2025]

How Long Does a Rental Application Take? [Full Guide 2025]

Before you apply for a rental, you might wonder, "How long does a rental application take?" The amount of time depends on how thorough the application is, how the landlord uses the information, and the inspections done by other people. The following guide

Jun 11, 2025
How Long Does Tenant Screening Take? A Detailed Timeline

How Long Does Tenant Screening Take? A Detailed Timeline

You’ve found the perfect place, submitted your application, and now you’re stuck wondering: how long does tenant screening take? Although it may seem like a simple check, tenant screening involves multiple steps that impact timing. Let’s explore the

Jun 11, 2025
Renew a Lease Agreement in 2025: Everything Tenants Need to Know

Renew a Lease Agreement in 2025: Everything Tenants Need to Know

With rental rates continuing to climb in 2025, more tenants are choosing to renew a lease agreement rather than move. But lease renewals come with their own rules, timelines, and risks. Before you commit, read our guide to understand your rights, your lan

Jun 11, 2025
California Rental Application Fees in 2025: A Landlord & Tenant Guide

California Rental Application Fees in 2025: A Landlord & Tenant Guide

With updated laws and rising costs of living, the California rental application fee remains a hot topic in 2025. State regulations set clear boundaries, but many renters and landlords still misunderstand their rights and obligations. Our guide will break

Jun 04, 2025
10 Rental Property Tax Deductions Every Landlord Should Know

10 Rental Property Tax Deductions Every Landlord Should Know

Having a rental property lets you use several rental property tax deductions to cut your taxes. Included in these deductions are property management expenses, repairs, and mortgage interest write-offs for rental properties. You retain more of your rental

Jun 04, 2025
What Happens When Unpaid Rent Goes to Collections? A Landlord’s Guide

What Happens When Unpaid Rent Goes to Collections? A Landlord’s Guide

When tenants do not pay rent, the situation can get serious fast. What happens when unpaid rent goes to collections is a big concern for landlords and tenants. This process can hurt credit scores and make it hard to rent in the future. For landlords, it c

Jun 03, 2025
What a Landlord Cannot Do in California? 10 Must-Know Limits

What a Landlord Cannot Do in California? 10 Must-Know Limits

Understanding the relationship between landlords and tenants in California means knowing what a landlord cannot do in California. The California landlord-tenant Acts protect tenants from various unfair treatment and illegal actions.  As an example of thi

Jun 03, 2025
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