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8 Signs a Rental Application Needs a Closer Look
Learn 8 red flags landlords should watch for in rental applications that signal the need for extra screening, follow-up, or verification.
How to Handle Tenants with No Rental History or First Time Renters
Learn how to screen and rent to tenants with no rental history or first time renters while minimizing risk and maintaining fair screening standards.
How to Set Minimum Credit Score Requirements That Make Sense
Learn how to choose smart credit score requirements for tenant screening that reduce risk, stay fair, and attract qualified applicants.
What Landlords Need to Know About Co-Signers and Guarantors
Learn how co signers and guarantors work in rental agreements and how landlords can use them to reduce risk and secure reliable tenants.
How to Legally Deny a Rental Applicant in California
Learn how to deny rental applicants in California legally and fairly using clear criteria, written notices, and fair housing-compliant practices.
What to Look for When Verifying Income and Employment
Learn how landlords can properly verify income and employment to screen tenants effectively, prevent fraud, and ensure reliable rent payments.
5 Screening Mistakes That Lead to Problem Tenants
Avoid costly tenant issues by learning the top 5 screening mistakes landlords make and how to improve your application and approval process.
What Landlords Should Know About Retaliation and Discrimination Claims
Learn how California landlords can avoid retaliation and discrimination claims when managing tenants, enforcing leases, or making housing decisions.
How to Avoid Legal Issues When Renting to Tenants with Pets or ESAs
Learn how California landlords can legally manage tenants with pets or emotional support animals while avoiding discrimination or fair housing violations.
What Landlords Should Know About Fair Housing Laws in California
Learn how to comply with California fair housing laws and avoid discrimination claims when advertising, screening, leasing, and managing rental properties.