
Tenant Screening Services in Massachusetts…
Screening potential tenants is straightforward. Provide the applicant’s name and email, and we’ll handle identity verification, secure their consent, and retrieve an official credit report along with a multi-state criminal background check.
No monthly fees – pay as you go.

Comprehensive Services Across Massachusetts
From historic homes in Boston to apartments in Worcester and single-family properties in the Berkshires, we recognize the diverse rental market of Massachusetts. Our tenant screening services help landlords make informed decisions.
Featured Areas:
• Boston
• Worcester
• Springfield
• Cambridge
• Lowell
Our services are available statewide for landlords and property managers, subject to compliance with Massachusetts laws.
Factual Data to Reduce Risk
Our screening reports provide essential insights into potential tenants, helping landlords assess applicants based on factual data. Reports include the following details 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: The majority of results can be viewed within seconds after identity verification. However, results may take longer (up to 1–2 days) due to jurisdictional delays or common name matches.

*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…
Massachusetts Tenant Criminal Record Coverage
This information applies only to our criminal report included in our standard Indiana 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.
Search by county to see if it’s “In Network”
State | County | In Network | Initial Clear Avg Turnaround Time | Potential Hit Avg Turnaround Time |
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Massachusetts | Barnstable | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Berkshire | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Bristol | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Dukes | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Essex | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Franklin | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Hampden | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Hampshire | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Middlesex | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Nantucket | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Norfolk | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Plymouth | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Suffolk | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day | |
Massachusetts | Worcester | < 1 Hour | < 1 Day |
Massachusetts Tenant Screening FAQs
Have more 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 Massachusetts landlords allowed to charge an application fee?
Massachusetts landlords can charge an application fee but must comply with strict guidelines. Application fees can only cover actual screening costs, and landlords should disclose how the fee will be used. For more details, visit the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 186.
Are criminal background checks allowed?
Landlords can conduct criminal background checks as part of the screening process. However, Massachusetts fair housing laws require landlords to ensure such checks do not result in discrimination. For guidance, visit the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination.
Massachusetts Landlord Resources
The following links offer useful information for rental property owners.
Massachusetts Landlord-Tenant Law
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massachusetts-law-about-landlord-and-tenant
Laws, regulations, cases, and web sources on landlord and tenant law in general.
Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)
https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-commission-against-discrimination
Offers fair housing resources and discrimination prevention guidelines.
Massachusetts Association of REALTORS®
Provides resources, training, and advocacy for property managers.
Massachusetts Housing Court
https://www.mass.gov/orgs/housing-court