Tenant Screening in Biddeford, ME…
Simplify your vetting process with RealSerious.com. Provide your applicant’s name and email, and we will verify their identity to deliver a comprehensive credit report and multi-state criminal background check.
No monthly fees – pay as you go.
Essential and Reliable Landlord Tools
Biddeford’s rental market is diverse, ranging from downtown apartments to family homes in suburban neighborhoods. Whether you own properties near the University of New England or in the peaceful neighborhoods by the Saco River, we offers essential screening tools to help landlords make confident rental decisions.
A Vibrant and Varied Community
Biddeford attracts a variety of tenants and RealSerious.com provides tailored services to help landlords select those who are more likely to be lower risk residents.
Featured Neighborhoods
Downtown: A hub for students, professionals, and artists with its growing business and arts scene.
Biddeford Pool: A scenic coastal area popular with renters seeking luxury or seasonal properties.
Five Points: A family-friendly neighborhood with parks and schools, ideal for long-term tenants.
Granite Point: Known for its quiet and secluded environment, attracting renters seeking privacy.
Hills Beach: A coastal community appealing to renters who love waterfront living.
West Biddeford: Offers suburban homes with convenient access to shopping and amenities.
What Essential Data is Featured?
Our comprehensive screening reports provide landlords with the following essential data to help choose trustworthy tenants:
• 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 here.
Turnaround Times: Most reports are available within seconds after verification. Some results may take 1–2 days due to similar name matches or local reporting delays.
*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.
Biddeford Tenant Screening FAQs
If you have additional questions, contact us. Note: We cannot provide legal advice. For specific landlord-tenant matters, consult a local attorney or expert.
Can Biddeford landlords charge rental application fees?
Maine permits landlords to charge upfront fees. However, all fees should be reasonable. For more details, visit the Maine Attorney General’s Rental Information.
Are criminal background checks allowed in Biddeford?
landlords may utilize criminal record searches in a fair nondiscriminatory manner. Learn more from the Maine Human Rights Commission.
Biddeford Landlord Resources
For statewide information, visit the Maine tenant screening page.
Maine Judicial Branch – Eviction
https://www.courts.maine.gov/help/eviction/evict-tenant.html
Offers legal forms and guidance on eviction and tenant disputes.
Biddeford Code Enforcement Office
Phone: 207-284-9236
https://www.biddefordmaine.org/2179/Code-Enforcement
Provides housing code compliance details for rental properties.
York County Council of Realtors
https://www.yorkcountycouncil.com/
Professional networking and resources for real estate professionals in Biddeford.
Biddeford Housing Services
https://www.biddefordmaine.org/3079/Housing-Services