Tag: tenant background checks

Earlier this week, the Federal Trade Commision issued new guidance to companies and individuals who screen potential tenants to help them comply with the FCRA. What Landlords Need to Know There are necessary steps to take before getting a consumer report, and after taking any type of adverse action based on the results of the […]

Most landlords realize ordering a background check on their prospective tenant is a good idea. It provides you with insight into their financial and legal stability and allows you to check on whether they’ve had any past disputes with landlords or employers or even with the law. However, some landlords will order the background check […]