" Did tenant stay for stated period (as listed on the Previous Landlord Reference form)? • What was the monthly rent? •  How much of the rent did the tenant normally pay? •  Did the tenant always pay rent on time? •  Did the tenant keep utilities on and paid in full at all times? •  Did anyone else live with the tenant(s)? •  Did the tenant(s) ever receive any legal notices (late rent, noise, unauthorized occupants, notice to vacate, etc.)? •  Did the tenant have any pets? •  Did the tenant maintain the home in good condition (housekeeping, lawn, etc.)? •  Did the tenant give proper notice before vacating? •  Did the tenant receive their entire deposit back after vacating? •  Would you rent to the tenant again? "

― Brandon Turner , The Book on Managing Rental Properties: Find, Screen, and Manage Tenants With Fewer Headaches and Maximum Profits