At Main Street Property Management Group, we know that finding the right tenant is one of the most important steps in protecting your rental property and ensuring long-term success. A qualified, responsible tenant not only preserves the condition of your home but also provides consistent income and peace of mind. That’s why we’ve developed a comprehensive tenant screening process that goes beyond basic credit checks—leveraging the latest technology, proven criteria, and industry-leading tools to carefully evaluate each applicant. From identity verification to rental history and income validation, our approach is designed to deliver tenant screening you can trust—with full transparency, fairness, and compliance with federal housing regulations every step of the way.
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1. Comprehensive Screening Criteria
We employ a rigorous screening process that evaluates multiple aspects of each applicant's background: Main Street Property Management - BOOM
Credit History: A national credit check is conducted to assess financial responsibility. A minimum credit score of 599 is required, and any collections from previous landlords within the past seven years may result in disqualification.
Background Check: We perform a thorough background and sexual offender search. Eviction records within the last seven years, felony convictions, sex offenses, and domestic abuse charges are grounds for denial.
Income Verification: Applicants must demonstrate a gross monthly income of at least three times the monthly rent for single applicants or four times for multiple applicants. Acceptable documentation includes recent pay stubs, tax returns, or bank statements.
Rental References: We require two years of satisfactory rental history or proof of mortgage payments.
Our policies ensure compliance with the Fair Housing Act and are applied uniformly to all applicants.
2. Integration with Advanced Screening Tools
To enhance our screening process, we utilize BoomScreen, a configurable tenant screening solution that offers: BOOM
Identity Verification: Including optional selfie video checks to confirm applicant identity.
Rental History Verification: Automated communication with previous landlords to assess rental behavior.
Income Verification: Validation of self-reported income through bank, payroll, and document verification.
Credit and Criminal Reports: Access to FICO and Vantage Scores, as well as comprehensive criminal background checks.
Housing Court Reports: Review of eviction records from a nationwide database.
BoomScreen's integration with our property management system streamlines the application process and ensures accurate, up-to-date information.
3. Commitment to Fair and Transparent Practices
We believe in transparency and fairness throughout the screening process:
Equal Opportunity: All applications are processed equally, in compliance with the Fair Housing Act. Fair Housing Act
Clear Communication: Applicants are informed of the screening criteria and any reasons for disqualification.
Dispute Resolution: Applicants have the opportunity to dispute any information they believe is incorrect in their screening reports.
Our goal is to foster trust and clarity between property owners and potential tenants.
4. Enhancing Tenant Financial Health
In addition to screening, we offer services that support tenant financial well-being:
Rent Reporting: Through BoomReport, we report rent payments to all three major credit bureaus—Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion.
Credit Building: Boom resident's rent payment to all three credit bureaus to incentivize on-time payments, increase NOI, and build credit during their residency.
These services not only benefit tenants but also encourage timely rent payments and long-term tenancy.
At Main Street Property Management Group, we don’t just fill vacancies—we place the right tenants. Our thorough and technology-driven screening process ensures your property is protected from unnecessary risk, while offering tenants a fair and transparent experience. With tools like BoomScreen and BoomReport, we combine traditional diligence with modern innovation to streamline applications, reduce turnover, and promote responsible tenancy. Whether you're a seasoned investor or a first-time landlord, you can count on us to deliver tenant screening you can trust—because your peace of mind is our priority.
For more information visit our Owners and Investors and Application Criteria pages.