Tenant Screening Process

At Condon Living Hub, we take tenant screening seriously to ensure responsible, reliable, and respectful residents for your property. Our thorough, fair, and legally compliant process protects your investment while fostering a harmonious living environment.

Our Step-by-Step Tenant Screening Process

1. Pre-Screening Questionnaire

• Prospective tenants complete an initial application with basic details (employment, rental history, reason for moving).

• We verify that they meet minimum requirements (income, occupancy limits, pet policies).

2. Credit & Financial Check

• Review of credit score (minimum threshold varies by property).

• Analysis of debt-to-income ratio to ensure rent affordability.

• History of bankruptcies, liens, or evictions.

3. Rental History Verification

• Contact with previous landlords to confirm:

  • Timely rent payments

  • Lease compliance

  • Reason for leaving

• Check for prior evictions or lease violations.

4. Employment & Income Verification

• Pay stubs, W-2s, or tax returns to confirm stable income (typically 3x the monthly rent).

• For self-employed applicants: bank statements or client contracts.

• Direct contact with employer or HR department (if needed).

5. Criminal Background Check

• National criminal database search for felony/misdemeanor records.

• Fair Housing Act compliance—we evaluate relevance (e.g., violent crimes vs. old minor offenses).

6. Identity & Fraud Prevention

• Government-issued ID verification (driver’s license, passport).

• Cross-checking against fraud databases for identity theft.

7. Personal References (Optional)

• Character references from employers, colleagues, or mentors.

• For high-end properties: interview or additional vetting.

8. Final Approval or Denial

• Approved applicants receive lease agreements with clear terms.

• Denied applicants get a legally compliant adverse action letter explaining the reason.