Tenancy database check for those who self-manage?

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  1. JohnPropChat

    JohnPropChat Well-Known Member

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    For those who self-manage. Do you check rental applications against a tenant database? I never did that but just wanted to check.
     
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    Nope - I believe there are various ways a self managing landlord can access some of the databases but its too much effort for too little gain for me.
     
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    A real estate agency may be able to run some tests for you. I know in SA, there is a private landlords association to offer the service that maybe similar organisations in other states
     
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    Befriend a PM and ask them to check. Although if reference is from a PM you could assume everything is all good
     
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    Apparently, in WA, I have to let the tenant know which database(s) I am looking them up in.
     
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    Hi All, I have just joined this site to do some research. My partner and I have just started a platform for managing your properties. One of the features is that you can run a tenant check using the National Tenancy Database - the same as agents. $22 is all.

    If you do use it, we are really keen for feedback so happy to give you a call and chat.

    Check it out - http://ourhou.se

    Just log into the portal with your Facebook credentials.
     
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