What should I ask of prospective renters?
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I'd also get social security numbers and names/addresses of family members.
The reason for this? I rented my condo for four years and it was the most frustrating. We had some good renters, but mainly bad. You need to be able to sue them if they leave without paying or created damage beyond the security deposit.
Make sure you take pictures before AND after they leave.
I rented... and I watch a LOT of Judge Judy
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It's a good idea to ask for proof of income such as pay stubs, the prior year's tax return etc.
While it's great to get contact information for their current or previous landlords, not everyone in the rental market has rented before.
Ask if they have or plan to have any pets since a lot of damage can be caused by pets.
Make sure you get a security deposit. Depending on how you view the risk of the individual renter, the security deposit can be increased to account for the additional perceived risk.
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