043 - How Verifast and AI Are Shaping the Future of Renting with Jessica Tierney

Fraud in multifamily housing isn’t what it used to be—it’s smarter, faster, and more organized. For property managers and owners, this growing challenge can mean the difference between protecting revenue or losing it. But what if technology could tip the scales back in your favor?
In this episode of PropTech Pulse, we sit down with Jessica Tierney of VeriFast, who brings over 20 years of multifamily property management expertise. Jessica unpacks the rise of fraud in today’s rental market, the evolving role of AI in fraud detection, and why human oversight still matters. She also shares insights on the future of renting, the financial realities shaping applicant screening, and how property managers can stay ahead in an ever-changing market.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
Why fraud has become more sophisticated in multifamily housing and what it means for property managers.
What VeriFast, is doing to provide configurable and transparent fraud detection solutions.
The rental market is shifting as more people choose renting over buying.
How AI tools and human oversight can work together for stronger fraud prevention.
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