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FAQ
Answers to common questions about referencing, reports, pricing, and data handling.
Landlords, letting agents, and property managers in Nigeria use GoodLords to run tenant background checks. Applicants complete our secure form when invited by the landlord or agent requesting the check.
We verify identity (NIN and supporting documents), employment and income, previous landlord references, and character references. Reports include a clear recommendation and the evidence behind it.
Most full background checks are completed within 48 hours after the tenant submits and pays the reference fee.
Pre-screening is a lighter first step. You enter a tenant's email and we run an initial suitability check before you commit to a full background check.
The Rent Credit Score is a rental reputation signal built from verified payments, landlord references, employment stability, and other responsible renting behavior. It helps tenants demonstrate credibility over time.
Yes. We are compliant with the provisions of the extant Nigerian Data Protection Act and are subject to annual data protection compliance audits conducted by licensed Data Protection Compliance Organizations.