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Economic Occupancy: What It Is, What Lowers It, and How to Protect It
A portfolio can read 96% full and still miss its Net Operating Income target, because a signed lease is a promise rather than a payment. This guide shows how to calculate economic occupancy on a real portfolio and how to read the gap against physical occupancy.
Steve Carroll · Aug 11, 2026
Rental Fraud: Common Tenant Scams and How to Avoid Them
Rental fraud has moved from crude fakes to AI-generated documents and synthetic identities. This guide breaks down the tenant scams property managers face, the warning signs that expose them, and the prevention practices that keep fraudulent applicants from becoming bad debt.
Steve Carroll · Jul 29, 2026
AI Tenant Screening: How AI Is Transforming Leasing Decisions
See how AI tenant screening speeds verification, catches fraud, and supports fair housing, and where automated leasing decisioning goes further.
Asaf Raz · Jul 8, 2026
How to get approved when your landlord uses AI to review your application
Landlord using AI to screen your rental application? Submit consistent documents, unfreeze your credit, and avoid honest mistakes that trigger flags.
Tyler Stafford · Jul 7, 2026
Eviction Notice Template: What to Include and How to Use It Correctly
Learn what an eviction notice template must include, the main notice types, delivery rules, and best practices property managers use to keep notices valid.
The Findigs Team · Jun 30, 2026
How to verify an ESA letter: a guide for property managers
A practical guide for property managers on verifying ESA letters, what the Fair Housing Act allows you to request, and how to build a consistent, defensible review process.
Asaf Raz · Jun 16, 2026
Why a fully integrated application experience can dramatically help your screening process
Learn how a fully integrated rental application and decisioning platform helps property teams reduce manual work, prevent fraud, and move qualified renters forward faster.
Tyler Stafford · Jun 4, 2026
Leasing as a brand touchpoint: what renters expect from the application process
Discover how a clear, mobile-first application experience helps property teams build renter trust, improve conversion, and turn leasing into a stronger brand touchpoint.
Steve Carroll · Jun 4, 2026
The ROI of full resident decisioning
Explore how automated resident decisioning can help property operators lease faster, reduce operational costs, prevent fraud, and strengthen portfolio performance.
Steve Carroll · Jun 4, 2026
Findigs raises Series C
Findigs closes a $32M Series C led by RPM Ventures, bringing total funding to $80M to advance its rental decisioning platform, expand affordable-housing capabilities, and launch Rent Guarantee products.
Asaf Raz · Jun 2, 2026
Cosigner vs guarantor: what property managers need to know
Understand the differences between cosigners and guarantors, when to require each, and how they impact risk in leasing. This guide helps property managers make smarter screening decisions and improve approval outcomes.
Tyler Stafford · May 29, 2026
How to verify pay stubs without slowing down approvals
The single line item that decides whether a qualified renter signs this week or walks to the next listing is the pay stub. Operators feel the pressure on both ends of that step.
Steve Carroll · May 26, 2026
7 hidden costs of manual screening (and how to eliminate them)
See how manual screening creates hidden costs across leasing workflows, applicant experience, occupancy, fraud risk, and bad debt.
Steve Carroll · May 22, 2026
Spring 2026: Findigs builds for revenue quality
This spring, Findigs extended the platform across payments and screening — the full payment journey, identity theft detection, cross-network fraud signals, real-time application status, and in-product support.
Tyler Stafford · May 20, 2026
Rental fraud is a $275 million problem. Most of it goes unreported.
The FBI counted $275 million in rental fraud losses last year. Steve Carroll says that number is the floor, not the ceiling. Here's what the data actually shows.
Steve Carroll · May 14, 2026
When AI screening fails, operators pay the price
Most property managers don't know their AI screening tool is breaking the law. They find out when the lawsuit lands. Here's what the liability picture actually looks like.
Steve Carroll · May 13, 2026
Steve Carroll named to NYREJ's 2026 Ones to Watch
Findigs Co-Founder and CEO Steve Carroll has been named to NYREJ’s 2026 Ones to Watch: Industry Leaders, recognizing leaders reshaping the real estate industry.
Steve Carroll · May 12, 2026
Steve Carroll named to Inman's 2026 Future Leaders in Real Estate
Findigs Co-Founder and CEO Steve Carroll has been named to Inman’s 2026 Future Leaders in Real Estate, recognizing the most promising professionals under 40 driving innovation across the industry.
Steve Carroll · May 11, 2026
TransUnion Tenant Screening: How Findigs Extends It
TransUnion tenant screening provides credit and eviction data. See how Findigs adds fraud detection, income verification, and automated decisions on top.
Tyler Stafford · Apr 28, 2026
Tenant screening reports: a complete introduction
Get a clear overview of tenant screening reports, what they include, and how to use them to choose reliable renters for your rental property.
Asaf Raz · Apr 9, 2026
Tenant credit and background check: what's the difference and why it matters
A tenant credit and background check are often treated as one step, but they measure different types of risk. This guide explains what each report reveals, where traditional screening falls short, and how modern verification helps you make clearer, more defensible leasing...
Asaf Raz · Feb 24, 2026
The 7 criteria that define the best tenant background check
Discover the 7 criteria that define the best tenant background check, from identity verification and income validation to fraud protection and policy automation.
Tyler Stafford · Feb 16, 2026
How to evaluate tenant screening services for landlords
Modern tenant screening services for landlords must go beyond credit checks. Learn how to evaluate income verification, fraud protection, and compliance.
Tyler Stafford · Feb 11, 2026
How to background check tenants without hurting the renter experience
Learn how to background check tenants without hurting the renter experience. Improve conversions while maintaining compliance and risk protection.
Tyler Stafford · Feb 4, 2026
Free tenant screening reports: what “free” really means for property managers
Looking for a tenant screening report free of charge? Learn how free screening works, who pays, what’s included, and how to avoid costly tenant fraud.
Tyler Stafford · Feb 2, 2026
Tenant screening credit check: your legal checklist
Get clear, practical steps for a tenant screening credit check. Learn what to look for in reports, stay compliant, and make confident rental decisions.
Asaf Raz · Jan 29, 2026
Tenant screening and background check: 6 key opportunities
A tenant screening background check with Findigs helps landlords reduce fraud, speed approvals, and make consistent decisions.
Tyler Stafford · Nov 25, 2025
Tenant screening report: enhancing the resident experience
A tenant screening report helps create safer, more secure communities by giving property managers the insights they need to select trustworthy residents and enhance the overall living experience.
Asaf Raz · Nov 24, 2025
How to Avoid Common Mistakes in Tenant Background Screening
Tenant background screening made easy-learn key checks, avoid common mistakes, and protect your property with smarter screening tools.
Steve Carroll · Nov 24, 2025
6 of the best tenant screening services for landlords
Find the best tenant screening services for landlords. Compare features, pricing, and support to choose the right screening solution for your rental properties.
Tyler Stafford · Nov 21, 2025
AI isn't just generating art. It's generating fake pay stubs too
AI tools are making rental fraud easier than ever. Learn how all-in-one screening platforms like Findigs help property teams spot fake documents, verify real income, and outsmart evolving scams.
Steve Carroll · Nov 14, 2025
Smarter screening starts with smarter data
Introducing Policy Optimization by Findigs
Tyler Stafford · Nov 12, 2025
How to implement modern tenant screening
Get practical tenant screening tips, key features to look for, and step-by-step advice to help you find reliable renters and protect your rental property.
Tyler Stafford · Nov 5, 2025
How to run consistent tenant background and credit check reports
Get the facts on background credit check tenant screenings, including what’s included, legal tips, and how to choose the right screening service.
Asaf Raz · Nov 3, 2025
Tenant background checks 101: your complete guide
Get a clear, step-by-step overview of the tenant background check process, including what to look for, legal tips, and best practices for landlords.
Asaf Raz · Oct 21, 2025
Navigating California's tenant screening laws: a property manager's guide
Navigate California's tenant screening laws with confidence. Our 2025 guide helps property managers understand state and local requirements, avoid common pitfalls, and stay compliant while filling properties with qualified residents.
Findigs Team · Jun 30, 2025
How to spot fake IDs in the rental application process: no more eyeballing it
As it gets easier to purchase or create fake IDs online, property managers are turning to technology to help them catch ID fraud faster and more reliably.
Steve Carroll · Jun 9, 2025
How to identify fake bank statements without slowing down your application process
Find out how to identify fake bank statements before they cost you in the form of evictions, and why this is just one piece of a holistic fraud prevention strategy.
Steve Carroll · Jun 3, 2025
Tenant screening laws: a property manager's guide to fair screening and expanding access to housing
Property managers face complex tenant screening laws that vary by location. Get up to speed on Fair Housing, FCRA, criminal history rules, and emerging regulations to protect your business.
Findigs Team · May 28, 2025
Top ID verification solutions for property managers (and why Findigs stands out)
Discover the top ID verification companies for property managers in 2025. Compare solutions side by side, and see how Findigs automates identity checks, flags issues, and takes the guesswork out of approvals.
Tyler Stafford · May 21, 2025
Top background check companies for rental screening
Explore top background check providers, understand how they verify data, and see how platforms like Findigs help you make accurate, fair housing decisions.
Tyler Stafford · May 12, 2025
A day in the life of a leasing manager (before and after Findigs)
Lexi transformed her role and accelerated her career growth by automating leasing tasks with Findigs—here’s her story.
Findigs Team · May 7, 2025
Renter's guide to income verification: how to upload documents that meet application requirements
Speed up your rental application by uploading income documents the right way. Follow this checklist to avoid delays and meet property income requirements with ease.
Tyler Stafford · Apr 29, 2025
Income verification for rentals: aiming for comfortable affordability
Income verification is a critical part of the rental application process, but with fake documents on the rise, it’s time to update your approach.
Asaf Raz · Apr 23, 2025
Pet screening for property managers: serving today's pet-loving residents
Learn how to streamline pet and ESA screening while building a pet policy that supports both your team and your residents.
Asaf Raz · Apr 15, 2025
Concerned about ESA fraud? Here's how to create confidence in your process
Emotional support animal (ESA) fraud is a growing concern for property managers. Learn how to build a verification process that protects your property while treating residents fairly.
Steve Carroll · Apr 9, 2025
The technology helping property managers win in today's rental market
Bringing in the best mix of technology solutions can dramatically improve your property management business.
Asaf Raz · Apr 2, 2025
The rise of synthetic identities in rental applications, and what you can do about it
Methods for creating synthetic identities are more and more sophisticated, detection methods must evolve to keep pace.
Steve Carroll · Mar 26, 2025
Tenant background checks: creating pathways to housing
Background checks help you build communities where both you and your residents can thrive.
Steve Carroll · Mar 18, 2025
How to cut down screening time and close deals faster with automation
See how automation can take screening off your plate while helping your leasing team connect with prospects and fill your units faster.
Tyler Stafford · Mar 10, 2025
How automated screening helps property managers uphold fair housing laws
Gain leasing efficiency, consistent applied criteria & reduce fair housing violations with automated resident screening.
Findigs Team · Mar 4, 2025
How to calculate the cost of vacancy loss (and raise the bar on occupancy)
The most effective property managers address vacancy from multiple angles. Find out about the true cost of vacancy.
Steve Carroll · Feb 27, 2025
Manual screening is costing you time, money, and tenants. Here's how to fix it
Learn how automated screening cuts application review time from days to minutes.
Steve Carroll · Feb 18, 2025
So you think you can catch fake rental applications? Here’s why it’s getting harder
If you’re ready to give up the detective work, Findigs can take the burden of endless investigation off your hands.
Steve Carroll · Feb 6, 2025
The best tenant screening software for fraud prevention (and why Findigs stands out)
There are many screening software providers to choose from. Find out how to choose the best to protect against fraud.
Tyler Stafford · Jan 30, 2025
How automated tenant screening boosts your rental revenue
Automated screening can help you fill more units, reduce fraud, and make fair decisions
Steve Carroll · Jan 23, 2025
5 ways to help your team succeed with new tenant screening tools
When you help your team understand and try new tools, everyone's work gets easier and more rewarding.
Asaf Raz · Jan 14, 2025
How a lease guarantor can support your rental application
What’s a guarantor, and how can they help you get approved? Learn more about the role of guarantors in renting.
Tyler Stafford · Jan 6, 2025
The Findigs pet parent's guide to renting
Pets are part of the family, but when it comes to renting, our beloved animals present a unique set of new responsibilities. While rental communities in the U.S. are pet-friendlier than ever, animals can introduce liabilities and safety concerns for the property.
Tyler Stafford · Oct 29, 2023
Pet-friendly is now user-friendly: a closer look at Findigs pet verification
For nearly 70% of renters, pets are a part of the family. A pet-friendly policy helps welcome the broadest possible pool of residents, but screening every pet and assistance animal is no walk in the park—until now.
Tyler Stafford · Oct 26, 2023
Why credit scores count in renting (and how to build yours)
Getting your next home is a complex journey. You’re not only searching for the right place, you're also being underwritten to prove your ability to pay rent reliably.
Tyler Stafford · Oct 18, 2023
Five ways to get to a one-day resident screening decision
When it comes to resident screening, time is money. Here are five key tactics to shave hours off of your review, without sacrificing on thoroughness.
Asaf Raz · Jul 1, 2023
New to Findigs: enhanced uploads, stronger fraud defenses, and faster pet verification
As we gear up for the start of peak rental season, the team at Findigs is thrilled to unveil some of our most impactful product updates to date. We're pushing the platform's capabilities beyond just resident screening, and zeroing in on two of the most friction-prone areas of...
Tyler Stafford · Apr 28, 2023
Why I started Findigs, a letter from CEO Steve Carroll
I started Findigs to redesign the way people rent. Renting gets a bad rap. But for many of us, renting can be the right decision.
Steve Carroll · Nov 17, 2022Stop screening, start leasing
See how Findigs decisions every application automatically.