How to Find Good Home Renters

Know your renters before handing over the keys!

There might be good money in being a landlord, but there are also many risks. This article may help save you money and time by finding good renters.

Things You'll Need

• computer
• application
• phone

Instructions

1. Consider making your own application. This way you can ask specific things that matter to you and the home you are renting.

2. Do a background check. This isn't always necessary but certainly can come in handy. You will more than likely have to pay a small fee for the background check but it may be worth it in the end.

3. 

   Check references. Always always always ask for references when looking for renters. Ask the references questions like how well they took care of their previous home, if they were responsible for lawn care.

4. Have a very well written contract. You can use a search engine to find some good pre-written contracts but make sure you have everything in there. All the details like when rent is due, who does maintenance, when would an eviction notice occur. All the important little things.

Tips & Warnings

• This article is not guaranteed to work for everyone, use at your own risk!