Your Credit Report & Renting

If you’ve looked at your rental history report and noticed it doesn’t paint a good picture of you – or you have been turned down for a rental unit because the landlord purchased a copy of your report – you may be wondering if you can take action to repair it. The answer is maybe, […]

Bankruptcy can happen to anyone. It can be the result of poor financial choices or unexpected expenses like medical or legal bills. And bankruptcy could affect your chances of having your application for a rental property approved. Landlords are in the business to make money. They expect tenants to pay rent in full and on […]

Can my friends’ credit records affect my own rental history if we’re co-leasing? Signing up for an apartment with several friends is always an exciting time. Because you’re already close friends, you know you’ll be able to hang out together both in the apartment and out in the community with little conflict. Plus you’ll enjoy […]

A low credit score and negative information on your credit report can hurt you when trying to apply for a loan, a job or even to rent an apartment or home. Lenders, employers and landlords look at credit reports to determine if applicants have good money management skills, and will be able to pay off […]

When you get a copy of your rental history report, you’ll find a lot of information in it that you need to review. One area is the rental payment history, which gives viewers information provided by previous landlords. This information is very important for landlords who are reviewing your application for a unit they are […]

As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes a top-notch education. Many families pick homes based on the quality of the school district those homes are located in. And sometimes those homes end up being rental homes, either for the short term or for many years to come. Your rental […]

If you have negative information on your rental history report, you know how difficult it can be to secure rental opportunities. But you don’t have to let that previous incident linger on your record. Follow these tips to repair your rental history report and move on to the residence of dreams. 1. See what’s out […]

Your rental history may include a landlord you’d like to forget. But as you look for a new place, be aware that a lingering dispute with that landlord could jeopardize your new rental opportunity. If a previous landlord has put negative information in your rental history report, it’s best to try and resolve the situation […]