[Myrddin]

The guy I hired to inspect my 2nd house before purchase had some sage advice. Credit checks and criminal background checks are common checks made by a landlord. His backup check was to have a look at how the applicants care for their cars. If they keep a crappy, dirty car full of junk, you can expect similar treatment of your rental.

[packrat35]

Well his advise was not always correct. I drove a 1967 Buick with no back window for 8 years and when it rained, it rained in the back. Car looked like crap but it was paid for.

Whenever, I went out of town, I rented cars and always treated them with respect and never got any complaint.

[mombonn]

His backup check was to have a look at how the applicants care for their cars.

I talked with a landlord once who told me he also evaluated potential tenants by how well they took care of their teeth.