Tenant Screening Service — Screen Smarter. Lease Safer.
Find better tenants with confidence using HELM’s tenant screening service, powered by RentPrep. Instantly request credit, background, and eviction reports right from your dashboard—no separate accounts or messy paperwork.
Designed for small landlords and everyday investors, HELM helps you make informed leasing decisions while keeping the process simple and compliant. Screen smarter, lease faster, and reduce the risk of problem tenants with data you can trust.
Tenant Screening Packages Starting at $0
That’s right—screen tenants for free. HELM now covers the cost of tenant screening reports so you can lease smarter without spending a dime.
HELM partnered with an industry-leading platform to help landlords identify red flags and avoid risky tenants. RentPrep was built on the belief that smaller landlords deserve the same high-quality screening tools big companies use—just like HELM was built to give them the same management power.
"Tenant screening made easy."
Why Tenant Screening Matters?
Tenant screening is about prevention—not perfection. It's a repeatable system that helps you identify red flags before they become missed payments or legal trouble. Think of it like maintaining a vehicle: better to catch the problem early than deal with the breakdown.
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
20 Questions to Ask Potential Tenants
1. Do you currently rent, and if so, where?
2. How long have you lived in your current home?
3. Why are you looking for a new place to live?
4. What date would you want to move in?
5. What kind of work do you do?
6. What is a rough estimate of your income?
7. How many people would be living with you?
8. How many people living with you smoke?
9. How many parking spaces would you require if you rent here?
10. How many pets do you have?
11. Do you think your current landlord will give you a favorable reference?
12. Does your current landlord know you are thinking of moving?
13. Have you ever had an eviction?
14. Are you familiar with our rental application process?
15. Have you filed for bankruptcy recently?
16 .Are there any issues I should know about before I run a background screening for all the adults in the household?
17. Will you be fine to pay our lease application fee of ($ amount) if you fill out the application?
18. Would you be able to pay the security deposit of ($ amount) at the lease signing?
19. Are you willing to sign a 1-year lease agreement?
20. Do you have any questions for me about the process?
The HELM Way: Protect Before You Lease
We believe every landlord—big or small—deserves access to professional-grade tenant screening. That’s why HELM partnered with RentPrep: to give everyday investors peace of mind before handing over the keys. No guesswork. No missed red flags. Just better tenants and fewer problems.
Tenant screening with HELM is built to be fast, affordable, and foolproof—because protecting your investment starts long before rent is due.
How does tenant screening work in HELM?
HELM partners with RentPrep to deliver accurate tenant screening reports. You can request credit, criminal background, and eviction history checks directly from your HELM dashboard—no extra setup required.
Is there an extra cost for tenant screening?
No. Tenant screening is included in your HELM subscription. Reports are provided through RentPrep at no additional cost during your active account.
How fast are tenant screening results available?
Most RentPrep reports are completed within minutes, with comprehensive checks usually ready in under 24 hours. You’ll receive a notification in HELM as soon as the results are ready.
Is tenant screening secure and compliant with the FCRA?
Yes. RentPrep is an FCRA-compliant screening service, and HELM ensures all sensitive data is encrypted in transit and at rest. Your tenant screening process stays secure and fully compliant.