The federal government has fined TransUnion a total of $23 million — including some $14 million to be paid to consumers — over illegal rental background checks and security locks and freezes on ...

Why screening matters: Proper tenant screening protects your property, income, and peace of mind by identifying reliable renters and avoiding future disputes or evictions. Tech meets compliance: ...

When it comes to renting out your rental property, choosing the right tenant is one of the most important decisions you will make, which is why it’s important to understand how to run a background ...

In the first advisory opinion, the CFPB addresses the provision of background check reports. Background checks are used by landlords and employers to make rental and employment determinations, ...

With federal pressure mounting and fintech innovations accelerating, the credit score system landlords used to know isn't the same anymore. In 2025, three big updates are changing how credit scores ...

Portable tenant screening reports, or PTSRs, might not be the most common topic in landlording circles, but as more states look to recognize these reports, they're bound to become more prevalent. In ...

If you're hiring new employees, running a background check can to verify a candidates identity and credentials, and ensure ...

Tenant screening is more than just checking a credit score—it’s a critical process that protects landlords from costly evictions, fraud, and property damage. By combining credit, criminal, eviction, ...