How We Screen Your Rental Applicants
At Smartvest, we work hard to rent your property quickly—but we believe finding the right tenant is far more important than finding the fastest tenant. Taking the time upfront to select a high-quality resident leads to a smoother, more positive experience for everyone and helps protect your investment long-term.
Many property owners assume a simple credit check and employment verification are enough, but effective screening goes much deeper. Our comprehensive tenant screening process gathers detailed information across several key areas to ensure we’re placing only the most qualified applicants:
- Credit History Review
- Verified Employment And Income
- Debt-To-Income Ratio Analysis
- Eviction History Check
- Criminal Background Screening
- Previous Landlord References
We don’t rely on credit scores alone. Instead, we take a holistic view of each applicant to evaluate responsibility, stability, and rental history. This proven approach consistently results in better tenants, fewer issues, and greater peace of mind for our property owners.
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Marketing
Marketing is key to successful rentals. Smartvest Property Management Group provides an expert market analysis for each property we manage to maximize your return on investment.
Tenant Screening
We conduct extensive screening on all tenants and handle every aspect of getting your investment rented in the shortest time possible.
Rent Collection
We make sure you get paid on time, every time. You no longer have to worry about rent showing up in your bank account because we take care of everything.
Maintenance
We conduct inspections upon move-in and move-out that include documentation of the property’s condition and ensure all maintenance issues are addressed in a timely manner.
Financial Reporting
With our detailed financial reporting tools, it's never been easier to keep tabs on your investment. Log into your owner portal to view statements & more.

