Georgia Tenant Screening

for Landlords & Real Estate Agents

How to Screen Georgia Tenants…

Screening new renters in Georgia is easy with RealSerious.com. Simply provide the applicant’s name and email, and we’ll secure their consent to deliver a comprehensive credit report along with a multi-state criminal record search.

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Trusted Tenant Screening Services for Georgia Landlords

Whether you’re managing properties in Atlanta, Savannah, Augusta, or anywhere across the state, we help provide Georgia’s rental market with the tools needed to succeed. Our tenant screening reports provide valuable insights to help you make informed rental decisions and protect your investment.

Featured areas include:

• Atlanta
• Augusta
• Columbus
• Macon
• Savannah

Our services are available statewide, subject to local laws and regulations, ensuring landlords across Georgia can find dependable tenants.

What’s Included in a Georgia Tenant Screening?

We deliver key information that helps landlords assess common financial and behavioral risks of prospective tenants. Each report includes the following data, 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: Most results are delivered within seconds after the applicant’s identity is verified. However, some reports may take up to 1–2 days due to factors like common names, potential matches, or delays in local jurisdiction reporting.

tenant credit report

*DISCLAIMER: No tenant criminal background check is 100% complete. Coverage for our standard tenant screening 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. As of November 2024, criminal records are available to return in the following jurisdictions that have a green dot in the “In Network” column below…

Georgia Tenant Criminal Record Coverage

This information applies only to our criminal report included in our standard Georgia tenant screening service. If a jurisdiction is not “In Network,” then it’s possible that if a criminal conviction occurred there, it may not be reported. Learn more about our tenant criminal record coverage across the rest of the U.S.

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Georgia Tenant Screening FAQs

Additional questions? Contact us. Please note: We are unable to provide legal advice. For questions specific to landlord-tenant laws, consult a local attorney or legal expert.

Are Georgia landlords permitted to collect application fees?

Yes, Georgia landlords may charge application fees to cover the cost of tenant screening. There are no statewide caps on these fees, but keeping them reasonable is recommended to attract qualified applicants.

Can Georgia landlords conduct criminal background checks?

Yes, Georgia landlords can review an applicant’s criminal history. However, it’s essential to comply with federal and state fair housing laws to ensure nondiscriminatory practices. For additional guidance, visit the Georgia Commission on Equal Opportunity at https://gceo.georgia.gov.

What are Georgia’s security deposit laws?

Georgia law requires landlords to place security deposits in a trust account or provide written disclosure if held elsewhere. Learn more about your obligations under the Georgia Landlord-Tenant Handbook (see below).

Georgia Landlord Resources

Important links on how to manage rental properties, resolve tenant disputes, and stay compliant with state regulations:

Georgia Landlord-Tenant Handbook

https://dca.georgia.gov/housing-choice-voucher/landlords/georgia-landlord-tenant-handbook

Comprehensive guide covering rental laws, landlord and tenant rights, and eviction processes.

Georgia Commission on Equal Opportunity

https://gceo.georgia.gov

Provides resources for fair housing compliance and discrimination prevention.

Georgia Magistrate Courts

https://georgiamagistratecouncil.com

Offers official information on handling evictions and small claims cases.

Georgia Real Estate Commission

https://grec.state.ga.us

Supports property managers and landlords with licensing, education, and compliance resources.

Georgia Apartment Association

https://gaaonline.org

Provides training, networking, and resources for landlords and property managers.

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