If you had to choose the single most important question on a tenant application what it be? If you have a sample of the applications you use feel free to share the application questions. --107.77.xxx.xxx

It's not one question. --173.28.xx.xxx

I didn't say any of the info was true --24.101.xxx.xxx

Would you rent to them again? --64.246.xxx.xx

All of the questions I ask are all equally important, otherwise why ask them? --172.56.xxx.xx

The husband answered "Upright", while the wife answered "Canister". Letting us know they don't vacuum or car for the carpeting. --47.155.xx.x

Good thoughts to ponder. All the information on the application matters. Besides to regular questions I like: list the names and birthdays of everyone who will be living here. And: why do you want to live here? There are few more about pets and smoking that are helpful in screening. Do you have a favorite? --172.59.xxx.xxx

Yikes I think I would fail that question. I have more than one vacuum cleaner I have a cordless Dyson a handheld cordless and a variety of shopvacs. Oh and I also have robot vacuums. I vacuum a lot because I have two cats. --64.246.xxx.xx

The reason I ask is I use a generic tenant application you can find on the web. Your garden variety typical questions. Sometimes the difference between good and great is something small. Such as one insightful question or requirement. I appreciate everyone’s responses though. --107.77.xxx.xxx

Like when an applicant says they have a cat, I asked what type of box and sand the put inside for indoors potty. And if the applicant doesn't come back, the Litter box is with a lid and filter and I use Clumping litter that I flush down the toilet, or something like that, I know their cat makes droppings on the carpet and will crap all over the outside flower beds. --47.155.xx.x

Not a question, but the box that says attach PDF of previous 6 months of bank statements is the most indispensable portion of my application. --149.76.xxx.x

Have you been taken to court for non-payment of rent? --24.115.xx.xxx

3. Find sneaky ways of asking the same question. Instead of asking them if they smoke, which EVERYONE knows the correct answer is "no," instead reach up to your shirt pocket like you're reaching for a cigarette box and ask them if they have a light. If they reach for one or flinch, you know they've smoked within the past 3 or so years. Years after quitting smoking, I would feel for a lighter if asked, even though I know I haven't carried one for years. Took at least 2 years for me to not react anymore. --108.69.xxx.xxx

Any recommendations on credit background check companies? Ideally I’d like to view their entire credit history. Moreover a company the tenant will contact directly and the generated report would be sent to me. There seems to be a slew of credit check services out there. All claiming to be better than their competitors. Testimonials are worth their weight in gold. --68.199.xxx.xx

Why are you moving? Do you have any evictions or bankruptcies? Have you ever sued anyone? What breed or make up of breeds is your dog? Can you show me a picture of your dog? Why are you moving? Do you have verifiable landlord references? Will you be able to provide 3 months of bank statements and pay stubs? Have you been on your job for six months or longer and are you through your probationary period at work? Do you have two personal references? How long is the longest time you have lived in an apartment? Do you have additional people coming to live here over the summer? ( blended families, etc) How many vehicles do you have? --174.228.xxx.xxx

BRAD --73.103.xxx.xxx

Instead of asking if they have any pets, I ask what the names of your pets are? --96.233.xxx.xx

1 question? how many application fees can I collect from you? --184.59.xxx.xx