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Form to Check Tenant References by Phone.

Name of Applicant: ______________________________________ Address of Proposed Rental Unit: __________________________________________

Previous Landlord

Contact (name, property owner or manager, address of rental unit): _____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________

Date: ____________________

Questions When did tenant rent from you (move-in and move-out dates)? ______________________________________________________ What was the monthly rent? ____________________ Did tenant pay rent on time? ____________________ Was tenant considerate of neighbors--that is, no loud parties and fair, careful use of common areas?

Did tenant have any pets? ____________________ If so, were there any problems?

Did tenant make any unreasonable demands or complaints?

Why did tenant leave?

Did tenant give the proper amount of notice before leaving? _________ Did tenant leave the place in good condition? ____________________ Did you need to use the security deposit to cover damage? ___________ Any particular problems you'd like to mention?

Would you rent to this person again? ____________________ Other Comments:

Employment Verification

Contact (name, company, position):____________________ Date: ____________________ Salary: ____________________ Dates of Employment: ____________________ Comments:

Personal Reference

Contact (name and relationship to applicant):____________________ Date: ____________________ How long have you known the applicant? ____________________ Would you recommend this person as a prospective tenant? _______ Comments:

Credit and Financial Information from __________ Credit Bureau