I tend to think that I'm a good judge of character. I've been wrong a couple of times, usually because I don't listen to my own instincts or take my own advice. These tips may help you if you manage your own properties. If they fumble, stumble or complain about their current landlord, this may be a red flag. Listen and don't interrupt them.
Silence is a powerful thing, use it.
Make sure the picture is the same person and that the address listed on the license is the same one they wrote on the application. My experience is that tenants needing a place immediately either has recently been evicted or has some personal problems that will only get worse. Make no exceptions. Lease Tips - It's your property. Attach a list of your rules to the lease agreement and have the tenant initial a copy for your files.