How to Check References of Prospective Tenants for Your Rental Property

 Require potential tenants to complete rental applications. Ask for credit histories, personal references, and names of employers and former landlords.

 Verify employment status and bank information by contacting employers and financial institutions.

 Get recommendations on the character of potential renters by contacting references.

 Contact former landlords to check on the payment records of tenants.

 Order credit reports from a major credit reporting company - such as Equifax or Trans Union - to verify credit history and learn about any evictions or convictions.