Effortless Tenant Screening in Joliet, IL…
Streamline the rental application process with RealSerious.com. Provide your applicant’s name and email, and we’ll obtain their consent to deliver an official credit report along with a multi-state criminal background check.
No monthly fees – pay as you go.
Customized Screening for Joliet Landlords
With its mix of suburban homes, urban apartments, and historic neighborhoods, we offer local services tailored to meet the legal requirements of Joliet. Our comprehensive reports provide essential insights to help protect your property and ensure a smoother rental process.
Screen Across Vibrant Communities
From downtown apartments to suburban developments, Joliet’s neighborhoods attract a wide variety of renters. RealSerious.com delivers tenant screening solutions that align with the city’s diverse housing needs.
Highlighted Neighborhoods
Cathedral Area: Known for its historic charm and tree-lined streets, popular among families and professionals.
Downtown: Perfect for tenants seeking urban living close to entertainment, restaurants, and employment hubs.
Cumberland South: A growing suburban area with modern homes and family-friendly amenities.
Theodore’s Ridge: Offers a mix of single-family homes and townhouses, ideal for long-term renters.
Forest Park: Known for its affordability and close proximity to schools and parks.
Rock Run Crossing: A newer development attracting professionals and families looking for convenience and modern amenities.
What’s Revealed in a Standard Screening?
While each applicant has their own individual history, we look for the same crucial information to assess a potential tenants’ reliability. Reports will usually include the following, where available:
• Credit Score & Factors (ResidentScore®)
• Reported Addresses & Employment
• Credit Card & Loan Payments
• Ch 7 & 13 Bankruptcy Remarks
• Returned Check Collection Accts
• Unpaid Utility & Landlord Collections
• Foreclosures & Repossessions
• Multi-State Criminal Records*
• National Sex Offender Registry
• Global Sanctions
See a sample report.
Turnaround Times: Generally, results are delivered within seconds after an applicant approves your request. But some may take up to 1–2 days due to local jurisdiction reporting delays or common name matches.
*DISCLAIMER: No tenant criminal background check is 100% complete. Coverage for our standard tenant screening report may vary due to (1) jurisdictions limiting what records are eligible to return and (2) TransUnion and/or its partners limiting records that do not meet their data quality standards. Learn more about tenant criminal records.
Joliet Tenant Screening FAQs
If you have additional questions, contact us. Note: For specific landlord-tenant legal matters, please consult an attorney or legal authority.
Is there a maximum rental application fee?
While there’s no specific statewide cap, landlords should keep fees reasonable and clearly disclose them to applicants.
Can Joliet landlords consider criminal records?
Yes, criminal background checks are an integral part of the screening process. However, it’s important to avoid potentially discriminatory practices. For more information, visit the Illinois Human Rights Act.
Landlord Resources for Joliet
Below are links to help in managing properties, addressing legal matters, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. For statewide information, visit the Illinois tenant screening page.
Will County Courthouse
100 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL 60432
https://www.willcountyillinois.com
Official forms and guidance for eviction, and other landlord-tenant matters.
Kane County Circuit Clerk (for multi-county jurisdictions)
540 South Randall Road, St. Charles, IL 60174
Official forms and guidance for eviction, and other landlord-tenant matters.
Three Rivers Association of REALTORS®
Training, and networking opportunities for property managers.
Joliet Neighborhood Services
Phone: 815-724-4000