

Why Tenant Screening is Essential in New Hampshire
New Hampshire’s blend of urban and rural rental markets presents unique challenges for landlords. Effective tenant screening minimizes risks like unpaid rent, property damage, or legal disputes. AmerUSA provides services tailored for New Hampshire landlords, ensuring you can secure reliable tenants while adhering to state laws.
From Nashua to Concord, our tools streamline the rental process, whether you manage a single property or a large portfolio. Gain peace of mind knowing your screening process is comprehensive and compliant.
New Hampshire Tenant Screening Services
- Credit Reports: Get instant access to tenant credit reports, including credit scores, payment histories, and outstanding debts.
- Criminal Background Checks: Comprehensive searches across New Hampshire and multi-state databases to uncover felonies, misdemeanors, and sex offender records (where available).
- Eviction Records: Identify applicants with past rental issues through eviction history searches in New Hampshire court records.
New Hampshire Landlord-Tenant Laws
- Security Deposits: Landlords may collect up to one month’s rent as a security deposit. Deposits must be returned within 30 days after lease termination.
- Eviction Notices: For non-payment of rent, landlords must provide a 7-day written notice before beginning eviction proceedings.
- Late Fees: Late fees must be specified in the lease agreement and must be reasonable.
- Abandoned Property: Landlords must provide written notice to the tenant and allow a 7-day period for retrieval of abandoned property.
- Rental Agreements: Written lease agreements are not mandatory for terms less than one year, but highly recommended.
Resources for New Hampshire Landlords
- New Hampshire Judicial Branch – Access eviction forms and landlord resources.
- New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority – Rental assistance and landlord resources.
- National Association of Residential Property Managers – Tools for property management in New Hampshire.
- New Hampshire Legal Aid – Guidance on landlord-tenant legal matters.
- New Hampshire Association of Realtors – Resources and updates for property owners.
FAQs for New Hampshire Landlords
- Do I need tenant consent to perform a background check? Yes, New Hampshire law requires written consent from tenants before conducting any tenant screening.
- Can I charge application fees to tenants? Yes, application fees are allowed but must reflect the actual costs of tenant screening.
- How quickly are reports available? Most reports are delivered instantly, with some criminal background checks taking up to 3-5 business days.
- What should I do if a tenant disputes the screening results? Federal law requires that landlords provide tenants with the screening company’s contact information to address any disputes.
- How can I verify an applicant’s rental history? AmerUSA does not verify rental histories but provides comprehensive credit and eviction reports for better decision-making.
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