Rigorous Tenant Screening in Bonita Springs

The right tenant leads to a pleasant and profitable rental experience in Bonita Springs. As your property managers, we investigate backgrounds and financial history in order to ensure only well-qualified renters are placed in your property.

Applications

Our rental applications are online and easy to access. Prospective tenants can submit them with supporting documentation uploaded.

Tenant Credit

We review credit, looking at more than just the credit score. While screening, we want to see a history of on-time payments.

Income

Income is the most important indication that a tenant can afford the rent we’re charging. We ask for pay stubs, tax forms, and bank statements.

Rental History

A positive rental history tells us that a tenant can be trusted to follow the terms of the lease agreement.

References

We ask for current and former landlord references to get an idea of how a tenant performed.

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Fair Housing

Our screening process is strict, but it’s also fair and objective, complying with all fair housing laws.

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Consistent Income

Tenants who are qualified and well-screened will pay rent on time. Fewer late notices. Lower eviction risk.

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Lease Enforcement

Placing good tenants makes lease enforcement much easier. We balance service with accountability.

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Tenant Retention

Helping you avoid expensive turnovers and longer vacancies with better-qualified tenants.

Expert Bonita Springs Tenant Screening Begins with Our Standard Rental Criteria

To keep our screening process consistent and well-documented, we create a standard set of rental criteria for each property. Interested tenants can decide for themselves whether they’ll qualify to rent the home. This saves them money on application fees and it saves us time. We only want to review applications from qualified residents who meet our criteria.

Our standard rental criteria will include a minimum credit score, a requirement for no recent evictions, and income levels that are consistent with both best practices and local market norms. Every application we receive is measured against the same set of standards, ensuring our screening process is not only thorough, but also fair. The result is a well-screened, well-qualified resident.

Curious about our Criteria?

What Makes a Great Bonita Springs Tenant?

We know what to look for at Realty Group of SW Florida. A good tenant is responsible, communicative, and trustworthy. We work with the best tenants because we screen carefully, we establish expectations, and we commit to a responsive and professional relationship.

Work with Realty Group of SW Florida
When You Want to Place Better Tenants in Your Property

There are dozens of reasons to choose Realty Group of SW Florida as your property management partner in Bonita Springs. One of those very important reasons is that we take tenant screening seriously. We have seen too many owners frustrated by the extra work and higher expenses that come with placing the wrong tenant, and we’re here to help you avoid that. We know what to look for and what to avoid.

Tenant Screening
FAQs

Let’s talk about the ideal tenant for your rental property. A good tenant means your property is protected and your income is consistent. Contact us and we’ll talk about the tenant pool in Bonita Springs and throughout Southwest Florida. We’ll tell you who is most likely to rent your home, what we can expect from the tenancy, and how we’re making sure that success is the only option.

Can I Choose My Own Tenant?

One of the benefits to working with Bonita Springs property management experts is that you don’t have to choose a tenant. It’s remarkably easy to make a legal mistake with tenant screening and placement. Leave it to us. Our system is automated, which means it’s consistent, objective, and effective.

How Long Does it Take to Find a Tenant?

It depends on the market and the competition. But thanks to our strategic marketing plans and our innovative technology that helps us screen reliably, we’ll have a tenant approved quickly, reducing your vacancy time and getting that rent coming in.

What if a Tenant Doesn’t Pay Rent?

That’s rare, thanks to our strict screening, our strong lease, and our rent collection policies. If it happens, we give the tenant a chance to catch up and if necessary, we evict.

Areas We Proudly Serve

Estero, FL

Estero, Florida

The village of Estero, Florida is known for its captivating coastline, its soft, sun-warmed sand, and the aquatic and nature preserve that’s right next door. People visit and live here because they enjoy the beach, the warm weather, and the laid-back lifestyle that makes it feel like summer vacation forever.

Naples, Florida

Naples, Florida

Naples is the place to be for shopping, fine dining, and golf. Investors will find upscale, well-landscaped neighborhoods that appeal to long-term renters as well as short-term vacationers. Beaches along the Gulf of Mexico are calm, and there’s plenty of boating and fishing. Investing in Naples is always a lucrative move.

Fort Myers

Fort Myers, Florida

Fun for families and well-known for spring training baseball as well as spring break in general, Fort Myers offers a lot of fun and a variety of diverse activities and housing options. Choose a high-rise condo, a home on the beach, or a little cottage tucked away into a leafy neighborhood. Fort Myers has character.

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Bonita Springs, Florida

The village of Estero, Florida is known for its captivating coastline, its soft, sun-warmed sand, and the aquatic and nature preserve that’s right next door. People visit and live here because they enjoy the beach, the warm weather, and the laid-back lifestyle that makes it feel like summer vacation forever.

Cape coral, FL

Cape Coral, Florida

Cape Coral isn't just a city, it's a lifestyle. Imagine turquoise canals winding past your doorstep, leading you straight to the Gulf's embrace. Explore over 400 miles of waterways by boat, cast a line, or simply unwind on your waterfront patio. Beyond the water, discover charming neighborhoods, vibrant shopping, and a relaxed pace that lets you truly unwind. Cape Coral offers the perfect blend of aquatic adventure and laid-back living.

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