Tenant Screening in Lafayette, LA…
Easily screen tenants in Lafayette using RealSerious.com. By entering each applicant’s name and email, we verify their identity, obtain consent, and retrieve a detailed credit report and multi-state criminal background check.
No monthly fees – pay as you go.
Comprehensive Checks for Lafayette Landlords
From historic homes in Freetown-Port Rico to modern apartments in River Ranch, RealSerious.com provides tailored solutions for rental property managers so they have the tools necessary to make informed decisions.
Neighborhood Insights
Lafayette features diverse rental opportunities. RealSerious.com helps landlords screen tenants across the city’s unique neighborhoods and nearby communities.
Highlighted Lafayette Areas
Downtown: A cultural hub, attracting tenants seeking proximity to festivals, restaurants, and art galleries.
River Ranch: A planned community known for its upscale homes and vibrant town square, appealing to long-term renters.
Freetown-Port Rico: Offers charming historic properties, perfect for tenants drawn to character-filled homes.
Broadmoor: Popular among families and professionals, with spacious single-family homes and tree-lined streets.
North Lafayette: Features affordable rental options and convenient access to local amenities.
Benefits of Tenant Screening in Lafayette
Our services provide landlords with vital applicant details to minimize risk and increase confidence. Depending on each renter’s history, reports can include:
• 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: While some results can be delayed 1–2 days due to jurisdictional issues or common name matches, nearly all are delivered within seconds of verifying an applicant’s identity.
*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.
Lafayette Tenant Screening FAQs
Have questions? Contact us. Note: For information regarding the law, please consult a local attorney or legal authority.
Can Lafayette landlords charge an application fee?
Louisiana permits application fees. However, they should be reasonable.
What rules apply to tenant criminal background checks?
Criminal background checks are allowed but must follow fair housing laws. For more information, consult the Louisiana Human Rights Commission.
Lafayette Landlord Resources
For statewide information, visit the Louisiana tenant screening page.
Lafayette Parish Clerk of Court
800 S Buchanan St, Lafayette, LA 70501
https://www.lafayetteclerk.com/
Resources for evictions, small claims, and other legal matters.
Acadiana Apartment Association
http://AcadianaApartmentAssociation.org
Offers networking and resources for property managers and landlords.
Lafayette Consolidated Government Code Enforcement
Phone: 337-291-8500
https://www.lafayettela.gov/public-works/code-enforcement