When you’re a landlord, your success in the rental property business can depend on finding and keeping the best tenants for your properties. However, the tenant screening process can seem like an overwhelming task.

With a checklist of everything you need to do, the tenant screening process can flow smoothly. You’ll become a pro at identifying and denying potential problem tenants while landing those fantastic tenants who make this business worth it.

The screening process can move quickly—between 24-48 hours from a new applicant to a decision. Develop your criteria for what you look for in an excellent tenant, then follow this helpful checklist to screen all applicants fairly while using the same standards for everyone.