Tenant and Credit Checks

Discount with an NRLA Membership

Tenant checks

The NRLA have secured cheaper rates on tenant referencing and credit check services!

Minimise the risk of rent arrears and other problems by carrying out a tenant check on your tenants. Tenant background checks will help shed light on your tenant's renting history, financial backgrounds, and inform you of any criminal convictions your tenant might have. It's best to practice vigilance as a property owner and find out who you are letting your property to before handing over the keys. 

The NRLA offers members a choice of a basic tenant credit check or full detailed tenant reference. 

Change To Service Provider

The NRLA have a new referencing provider as of 26th August 2025.

Before continuing with referencing please ensure you have read our guide on how to complete your reference and also read our guide on how to understand your reference and our FAQs section. 

NRLA Tenant Referencing powered by Goodlord

NRLA members benefit from a faster, more streamlined experience, competitive pricing across all products, and exceptionally quick turnaround times on references. Every full tenant and guarantor reference also includes free PEPs and sanctions checks.

NRLA Credit Checks

NRLA Credit Checks is provided by TransUnion, one of the three main credit checking agencies in the UK. It has been used by thousands of NRLA landlords to help them seek suitable tenants for their properties.