GGC Real Estate Group's rigorous tenant screening process protects your Tampa Bay investment property. We conduct comprehensive background checks, credit verification, eviction history searches, and income validation — so you get qualified, reliable tenants every time.
A single problematic tenant can cost a Tampa property owner thousands of dollars in lost rent, legal fees, property damage, and eviction costs. GGC's comprehensive screening process is your first and most important line of defense.
Every rental applicant for a GGC-managed Tampa Bay property goes through our complete screening protocol.
Full credit report review including payment history, outstanding debts, and credit score assessment to evaluate financial responsibility.
Comprehensive criminal history search including felony records, misdemeanors, and sex offender registry at county, state, and national levels.
Verification of prior rental history, landlord references, and a nationwide eviction records search to identify problematic tenancy patterns.
Confirmation of current employment, income level (typically 3x monthly rent), and employment stability through direct employer contact.
Social Security number validation and government-issued ID verification to confirm applicant identity and prevent fraud.
All screening is conducted in strict compliance with the Fair Housing Act — consistent, objective criteria applied equally to every applicant.
GGC Real Estate Group typically completes the full tenant screening process within 24–48 hours of receiving a completed application. This includes credit check, criminal background check, eviction history, and income verification.
While minimum credit score requirements vary by property owner, GGC generally looks for applicants with a credit score of 620 or higher. We evaluate the full credit picture — not just the score — including payment history and debt-to-income ratio.
Yes. GGC conducts a nationwide eviction records search as part of every tenant screening. Florida eviction records are public and we check both county and statewide databases.
Absolutely. All GGC tenant screening is conducted in strict compliance with the Fair Housing Act. We apply consistent, objective criteria to every applicant regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, or disability.
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