The Landlord's Guide to Rental Listings is an 8-part series that helps landlords attract quality tenants faster using tools like Landlord Studio.
For landlords, the rental listing process is more complex than it seems. From writing the perfect ad to selecting the right platform, staying compliant with the law, and screening applicants fairly—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or make costly mistakes. And with vacancies hurting your bottom line, there’s pressure to move fast without compromising on tenant quality.
That’s why we created “A Landlord’s Guide to Finding Tenants”, an 8-part series designed to walk you through every step of the tenant-finding process.
Whether you’re managing one property or twenty, this guide will help you attract the right tenants, avoid red flags, and streamline your entire workflow.
Chapter 1: How to Create a Rental Listing That Attracts the Right Tenants
Crafting a compelling listing is both art and science. This article covers how to write strong titles and descriptions, choose the best photos, and avoid common mistakes—plus how to save time with automated listing tools.
Chapter 2: Where Should You List Your Rental Property? Top Platforms Compared
Get a breakdown of the top rental listing websites (like Zillow, Zumper, Facebook, and Craigslist), including which ones offer the best exposure and value. We’ll also show how you can manage all your listings from one central place.
Chapter 3: Legal Considerations When Listing a Rental Property
Avoid costly compliance mistakes. This chapter walks through Fair Housing rules, advertising do’s and don’ts, and how to stay protected by using standardized tools for listings and tenant screening.
Chapter 4: What to Include in a Rental Application Form (and Why It Matters)
A strong application sets the foundation for a good tenant relationship. Learn what to ask, how to collect it efficiently, and how to evaluate applications with confidence.
Chapter 5: How to Screen Tenants: A Step-by-Step Guide
From credit checks to background screenings and income verification, this guide explains how to legally and effectively assess tenants, plus how to issue adverse action notices when needed.
Chapter 6: Red Flags to Watch for When Reviewing Applications
Learn the key warning signs to look out for in applications and screening reports. This article helps you spot risky tenants early and shows how to keep your records organized.
Chapter 7: Communicating with Prospective Tenants Like a Pro
The right communication can turn a lead into a lease—or cause a good applicant to walk away. This chapter shares tips on professional messaging, scheduling, and documentation.
Chapter 8: Final Steps: Move-In Checklists, Inspections, and Getting Paid
You’ve selected your tenant—now what? Learn how to handle inspections, lease signing, rent setup, and more with a step-by-step onboarding process that sets both parties up for success.
Throughout this series, you’ll see how Landlord Studio makes every stage of the rental listing and tenant onboarding process faster, easier, and more compliant. With features like:
You can streamline your entire tenant placement workflow, from creating your first ad to collecyting your first rent payment, all in one app.
Find better tenants faster with Landlord Studio