Always Call Previous Landlords 1 Previous landlords can often share details about payment patterns and lease compliance that court records may not show. It is also common for a current landlord to provide a limited or neutral reference, which makes contacting a prior landlord especially important. Before calling, be prepared to provide a signed rental application if requested. Ask about rent payment history, whether an eviction was ever filed, neighbor complaints, property damage, rent amount, tenancy dates, pets or unauthorized occupants, and any additional comments they are willing to share. While not every question may be answered, the information you do receive can be valuable. For landlords reviewing multiple applicants, AAOA offers previous landlord verification as an add on service. This verification can be added to any tenant screening package for $15.
AAOA OFFERS PREVIOUS LANDLORD VERIFICATION AS AN ADD ON SERVICE.
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