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What are the standard tenant screening criteria?

640+ credit, 3x rent income, no evictions in 5 years, positive landlord references.

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Direct answer

640+ credit, 3x rent income, no evictions in 5 years, positive landlord references.

Expanded explanation

Adjust per market and asset class. Document criteria in writing to satisfy fair-housing requirements. Use a professional screening service to avoid liability.

Examples

  • 680 FICO + $5,500/mo income + clean ref check on $1,500 rent.

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