NEW TENANT SCREENING CHECKLIST

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--- APPLICATION SUBMISSION & COMPLETENESS ---
[ ] Application Submission Date
[ ] Application Method (Online Portal, In-Person, Mail)
[ ] Number of Applicants Listed
[ ] All Adults Listed? (Yes, No)
[ ] Notes on Application Completeness
[ ] Signature Obtained? (Yes, No)
[ ] Application Document (if applicable)

--- IDENTITY VERIFICATION ---
[ ] Full Legal Name
[ ] Date of Birth (Year)
[ ] Date of Birth (Month)
[ ] Date of Birth (Day)
[ ] Social Security Number (Last 4 Digits)
[ ] Copy of Government-Issued Photo ID (Driver's License, Passport)
[ ] Current Address
[ ] Date of ID Expiration (If Applicable)

--- CREDIT HISTORY REVIEW ---
[ ] Credit Score
[ ] Number of Open Credit Accounts
[ ] Total Outstanding Debt
[ ] Credit Report Type (e.g., Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion)
[ ] Significant Credit Report Findings (e.g., collections, bankruptcies)
[ ] Overall Credit Risk Assessment (Based on report) (Low Risk, Moderate Risk, High Risk)
[ ] Copy of Credit Report (securely)

--- INCOME VERIFICATION ---
[ ] Gross Monthly Income
[ ] Employment Status (Employed Full-Time, Employed Part-Time, Self-Employed, Unemployed, Retired)
[ ] Pay Stub(s) (Most Recent 2)
[ ] Bank Statements (Most Recent 1-2 Months)
[ ] Explanation of Income (If Applicable)
[ ] Employer Verification Method (Direct Contact with Employer, Verification Letter from Employer)
[ ] Amount of Child Support Received (if applicable)

--- CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK ---
[ ] Summary of Criminal Background Check Results
[ ] Attach Background Check Report (from authorized vendor)
[ ] Types of Offenses Disclosed (Select all that apply) (Misdemeanor, Felony, Traffic Violations, Drug-Related Offense, Violence, Theft, Fraud, Other (Specify in Long Text))
[ ] Details of 'Other' Offenses (if selected above)
[ ] Number of Offenses Disclosed
[ ] Disposition of Offenses (e.g., Convicted, Dismissed, Deferred) (Convicted, Dismissed, Deferred, Pending, Other (Specify in Long Text))
[ ] Details of 'Other' Disposition (if selected above)
[ ] Review of State/Local Laws - Is Criminal History Disqualifying? (Yes, No, Uncertain - Further Review Needed)

--- EVICTION HISTORY REVIEW ---
[ ] Previous Landlord Contacted (Name & Phone Number)
[ ] Summary of Landlord Conversation (including verification of eviction history)
[ ] Did the previous landlord confirm any eviction filings? (Yes, No, Unable to Contact)
[ ] If Yes, provide details of the eviction filing(s) (court, dates, reason)
[ ] Was the eviction resolved/dismissed? (Yes, No, Unknown)
[ ] Notes/Additional Information Regarding Eviction History

--- RENTAL HISTORY VERIFICATION ---
[ ] Previous Landlord Name
[ ] Previous Property Address
[ ] Move-in Date at Previous Residence
[ ] Move-out Date at Previous Residence
[ ] Monthly Rent Paid (at previous residence)
[ ] Landlord Satisfaction (Overall) (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)
[ ] Landlord Comments (e.g., payment history, property care)
[ ] Were there any lease violations? (Yes, No)

--- VEHICLE & PET INFORMATION (IF APPLICABLE) ---
[ ] Does the applicant own any vehicles? (Yes, No, Declined to Answer)
[ ] Number of vehicles owned:
[ ] Vehicle Make, Model, and License Plate Number (for each vehicle):
[ ] Does the applicant own any pets? (Yes, No, Declined to Answer)
[ ] Number of pets:
[ ] Pet Type(s) (e.g., dog, cat, bird):
[ ] Pet Breed(s) (if known):
[ ] Pet Photos (for verification purposes):
[ ] Pet Deposit/Fee Paid? (Paid, Not Paid, To Be Paid Before Move-in)

--- LEASE AGREEMENT UNDERSTANDING ---
[ ] Summary of Key Lease Terms Explained?
[ ] Understanding of Rent Payment Procedures? (Yes, completely understand, Generally understand, Need further clarification)
[ ] Awareness of Late Fee Policy? (Yes, No, Unsure)
[ ] Understanding of Security Deposit Terms? (Yes, No, Need further explanation)
[ ] Any Questions or Concerns about the Lease?
[ ] Applicant Signature Acknowledging Understanding

--- DOCUMENTATION & RECORD KEEPING ---
[ ] Application Received Date
[ ] Scanned Application Form
[ ] Notes on Screening Process & Justification (if applicable)
[ ] Application Status (Approved, Denied, Pending)
[ ] Application Fee Received (if applicable)
[ ] Denial Notification Sent Date (if applicable)
[ ] Reason for Denial (if applicable)
[ ] Copies of Supporting Documents (Paystubs, Bank Statements)

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