Tenant Screening in Hattiesburg, MS…
Finding the right tenants is easier with RealSerious.com. Simply provide an applicant’s name and email, and we’ll obtain their consent, and generate an official credit report along with a multi-state criminal background check.
No monthly fees – pay as you go.
Solutions for Landlords
Whether you own rental properties near The University of Southern Mississippi, apartments in Downtown Hattiesburg, or family homes in Oak Grove, our tenant screening services provide valuable insights for landlords.
Evaluating Tenants Across the City
Hattiesburg offers a range of rental opportunities, from student housing to suburban developments. RealSerious.com helps landlords evaluate potential tenants across the city.
Rental Communities & Neighborhoods
Downtown – A lively district with apartments and loft-style rentals near entertainment and dining options.
Oak Grove – A growing suburban community with high rental demand from families and professionals.
West Hattiesburg – Offers a mix of single-family homes and apartment complexes, popular among long-term renters.
The Avenues – A historic neighborhood known for its character-filled homes near The University of Southern Mississippi.
Petal – A nearby city with excellent schools and a family-friendly environment, attracting tenants looking for a suburban lifestyle.
Midtown – A desirable area with new developments, shopping centers, and easy access to USM.
Information to Help Landlords
Our reports provide landlords with the information needed to help identify tenants who are more likely to meet lease terms. Each report includes, 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.
Quick Turnaround: Most reports are available within seconds after identity verification. However, some may take 1–2 days due to local jurisdiction processing times 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.
Hattiesburg Tenant Screening FAQs
If you have additional questions, contact us. However, we cannot provide legal advice. For specific inquiries about Mississippi landlord-tenant laws, consult a local attorney or legal resource.
Can landlords charge a rental application fee?
Mississippi law allows landlords to charge application fees. The amount is not regulated, but fees should be reasonable and disclosed upfront.
Are criminal background checks permitted?
Landlords in Hattiesburg may review a tenant’s criminal history. However, fair housing laws require that any decision based on criminal records be applied consistently and not in a discriminatory manner.
Hattiesburg Landlord Resources
For statewide information, visit the Mississippi tenant screening page.
Forrest County Courts
630 Main St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
https://forrestcountyms.us/forrest-county-courts/
Provides landlord-tenant case filings and eviction resources.
Residential Services
Phone: 601-545-4609
https://www.hattiesburgms.com/residential/
Ensures rental properties meet local housing and safety codes.
Hattiesburg Area Association of REALTORS®
https://www.hattiesburgrealtors.com