In this blog post, we provide an overview of the tenant screening process for landlords in California. The importance of screening tenants is to protect rental properties and ensure that landlords have reliable tenants. Review the list of the types of information landlords can gather during the screening process, such as credit history, criminal history, and employment verification. Landlords can access this information legally and without violating any tenant rights or discrimination laws. There are steps that landlords can take to ensure that their screening process is fair and unbiased. Landlords should apply their screening criteria consistently, avoid using discriminatory language or practices, and comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Overall, this article offers useful guidance for landlords who want to implement an effective and legally compliant tenant screening process in California.