Missouri Tenant Screening Services

Credit Reports + Criminal Record and Eviction Searches

Missouri landlords face unique challenges due to the state’s mix of urban and rural rental markets. AmerUSA offers tailored tenant screening services to help you make informed decisions while ensuring compliance with Missouri’s landlord-tenant laws.

Standard Tenant Screening Report for Missouri Landlords
Professional Tenant Screening Report for Missouri Landlords

Why Tenant Screening is Essential in Missouri

With bustling urban hubs like Kansas City and St. Louis and expansive rural areas, Missouri’s rental landscape is diverse. Tenant screening helps landlords avoid risks such as missed payments, property damage, or legal disputes. AmerUSA provides Missouri landlords with tailored tools to evaluate prospective tenants efficiently and securely.

Our services are trusted by landlords managing single-family homes, apartments, and multi-unit properties across the state. Whether in Columbia, Springfield, or smaller communities, we simplify tenant selection while adhering to Missouri’s laws.


Missouri Tenant Screening Services

  • Credit Reports: Gain instant access to tenant credit reports, including credit scores, payment histories, and debt obligations. Evaluate financial stability with confidence.
  • Criminal Background Checks: Comprehensive searches of Missouri and multi-state databases for felonies, misdemeanors, and sex offender records (where available).
  • Eviction Records: Identify applicants with prior rental issues by searching Missouri court records for judgments and eviction filings.

Missouri Landlord-Tenant Laws

  • Security Deposits: Missouri landlords can charge up to two months’ rent as a security deposit. Deposits must be returned within 30 days of lease termination, along with an itemized list of deductions, if applicable.
  • Eviction Notices: For non-payment of rent, Missouri requires a 10-day written notice before eviction proceedings can begin.
  • Late Fees: Late fees must be outlined in the lease agreement and cannot be unreasonable or punitive in nature.
  • Abandoned Property: Landlords must give written notice to tenants before disposing of abandoned property and allow at least 10 days for retrieval.

Resources for Missouri Landlords


FAQs for Missouri Landlords

  • Do I need tenant consent to perform a background check? Yes, Missouri law requires written tenant consent before conducting background screenings.
  • What fees can I charge tenants during the application process? Application fees must reflect the actual costs incurred for tenant screening and cannot be excessive.
  • How quickly are reports available? Most reports are delivered instantly, though some criminal records may take up to 3-5 business days.
  • What happens if a tenant refuses consent for a background check? Without consent, landlords cannot legally perform background checks in Missouri.
  • Does AmerUSA verify rental histories? AmerUSA does not contact landlords, but we do disclose reported address histories and eviction records.

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Choose AmerUSA for reliable tenant screening services in Missouri. Protect your property and streamline your rental process with confidence!