Renting out your property as a monthly (or mid-term) rental can be a lucrative opportunity, attracting a diverse range of tenants such as traveling professionals, relocating families, and even academics seeking temporary housing. While many of these tenants may go through some level of screening through an employer or staffing agency, it is still important for landlords to conduct their own tenant screening process.
One of the most effective ways to do that is by using a tool like KeyCheck (opens in new tab) for tenant screening. KeyCheck, Furnished Finder's reputable sister company, offers an affordable, comprehensive screening process that helps landlords make more informed decisions about potential tenants. In most cases, the tenant pays the screening fee. By providing access to a tenant’s credit history, criminal background, and eviction history, KeyCheck can reveal important details that other screening methods may miss.
A tenant screening gives you a clearer picture of a potential renter’s background before handing over the keys. It helps protect your property, your income, and your peace of mind. Just as importantly, it supports a more transparent rental process for everyone involved.
What a tenant screening can tell you
A thorough tenant screening gives landlords important information that may not be included in other forms of vetting.
For example, some travelers may already be credentialed or pre-qualified through an employer or staffing agency. While that can be helpful, it does not always give you the full picture as a property owner. A tenant screening can provide added visibility into details such as credit history, criminal background, and eviction history so you can evaluate each applicant more confidently.
For monthly rentals, where stays are longer and the financial commitment is greater, taking this extra step can make a meaningful difference. It helps landlords feel more secure in their decision and creates a more consistent process for every applicant.
Why screening builds confidence for both sides
Tenant screenings are not just about reducing risk. They also help set the tone for a more professional rental experience.
For landlords, screenings can provide reassurance that they are making a thoughtful, informed decision. For tenants, a clear and consistent screening process helps create transparency from the start. When expectations are clear, both sides can move forward with greater confidence.
This is especially important in monthly rentals, where trust matters. Whether you are hosting a travel nurse, a relocating family, or a professional on temporary assignment, a screening process helps support smoother bookings and higher-quality stays.
It is worth noting that a tenant screening is a relatively non-invasive process. KeyCheck (opens in new tab) utilizes TransUnion for a soft credit pull, leaving credit score unaffected. This means that potential tenants do not have to worry about damage to their credit, while landlords can still access the essential information necessary to make informed decisions.
How to request a screening from your Landlord Dashboard
Once you decide to move forward with a potential tenant, requesting a screening should feel simple and straightforward.
Best of all, Furnished Finder has made it easy to conduct tenant screenings, by integrating with KeyCheck and making screenings possible right from your Landlord Dashboard (opens in new tab)!
Here's how it works:
1. Select tenant screening from your Landlord Tools within your Landlord Dashboard (opens in new tab).
2. Enter your contact information. This only needs to be completed once and will not be shared with tenants.
3. Create the screening request and send.
4. Once completed, you will be notified via email and in your Landlord Dashboard.
5. Review the screening and communicate with your potential tenant. It's important to abide by fair housing policies and laws, and to keep your policies consistent.
Tenant screening is one of the simplest ways to protect your property, stay consistent in your process, and move forward with greater confidence. For landlords offering monthly rentals, it is an important step toward creating smoother bookings and better stays.