Tenant Screening in Billings, MT…
Need to screen a tenant in Billings, MT? It only takes a few steps. Enter the applicant’s name and email, and we’ll request their consent to retrieve their official credit report and a nationwide criminal background check.
No subscriptions or setup costs — pay only when you screen.
Helping Billings Landlords
At RealSerious.com, we help local landlords assess risk by providing actionable insights into a tenant’s history. Whether you’re managing units near Rimrock Road or properties close to MSU Billings, our screening services are built to support responsible leasing practices.
The Metro and Beyond
RealSerious.com supports landlords throughout the Billings metro and beyond. Whether your rental is in a historic area or a new subdivision, we’ve got you covered.
Neighborhoods We Frequently Serve
Downtown Billings – Great for apartments and loft-style rentals near business centers and cultural venues.
West End – A fast-growing residential area popular with families and long-term tenants.
Heights – Offers a mix of townhomes and single-family properties, appealing to working professionals.
South Side – Home to older properties with value-driven rentals, often attracting first-time renters.
North Park – Features character-filled homes near parks and amenities.
Lockwood – Just outside the city, ideal for those seeking quiet, suburban-style living near Billings.
What’s in a Report?
Our standard tenant screening package offers deep insight into your applicant’s background to help you make rental decisions with confidence.
• 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
Preview a sample report.
Timing: Most results are ready within seconds. Delays (1–2 days) may occur for common names or flagged records.
*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.
Billings Tenant Screening FAQs
If you have additional questions, contact us. However, we cannot provide legal advice. For specific inquiries about Montana landlord-tenant laws, consult a local attorney or legal resource.
Can landlords in Billings charge an application fee?
Montana does not regulate application fees at the state level. Billings landlords may collect a reasonable fee to cover the cost of tenant background checks.
Are background checks allowed in tenant screening?
They are — including criminal history and eviction data. However, decisions must be made fairly and in compliance with the Fair Housing Act.
Billings Landlord Resources
For statewide information, visit the Montana tenant screening page.
Montana Landlord and Tenant Act
https://archive.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0700/chapter_0240/parts_index.html
Covers rental rights, deposits, notice periods, and more.
Yellowstone County Courthouse
217 N 27th St, Billings, MT 59101
https://www.yellowstonecountymt.gov/
Handles small claims, eviction filings, and civil landlord disputes.
Billings Code Enforcement Division
Phone: 406-657-8281
https://www.billingsmt.gov/109/code-enforcement