Do you have a property available for rent and have made every effort to showcase it to attract serious candidates? Are you looking for tenants with good payment habits who will take care of the property and contribute to a good neighborhood?
It is essential not to rely solely on first impressions and to carry out certain checks before making your decision.
Preparing for the Visit
The property visit is the perfect opportunity to get acquainted and set process expectations. We strongly recommend being present and avoiding delegating this meeting. Before the meeting, you should:
- Prepare your questions for candidates
- Determine which checks you wish to perform:
- Credit file
- Criminal record
- Current or previous landlord reference
- Employment confirmation
- Tribunal administratif du logement verification
- Print the consent form in paper format
Note: You must respect privacy rights. According to the Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL), you must limit yourself to information related to renting the property.
Managing Candidate Expectations
To build trust and open transparent communication, it is necessary to clearly explain the verification process:
1. Information: Inform candidates of the checks you wish to perform to make an informed decision.
2. Collaboration: Ask for candidate involvement to facilitate quick decision-making. We recommend using electronic consent.
3. Action Plan: Immediately define with candidates an approximate timeline between receiving the signed consent, the final report, and the decision.
Note: If you decide to refuse housing to a candidate, only reasonable grounds can justify your decision.
In Brief
Preparation is the key to efficient verification and a successful pre-rental process. Ask the right questions, respect your candidates, and manage their expectations by informing them of the process steps.
