Use written screening criteria and apply them the same way to every applicant.
For each application
- The applicant and the property.
- Date and time received.
- Screening steps completed.
- The decision and the date.
If you deny based on a report
When a decision is based in whole or part on a consumer report, federal law requires an adverse action notice with specific information. Keep a copy.
Our application log keeps the order and the decisions.
General information, not legal, tax or financial advice.
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