🔒 Credit & Background Check Authorization
FCRA-Required Written Consent Before Ordering Any Consumer Report
FCRA Requires Written Authorization Before Ordering Any Report: The Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. § 1681) requires landlords to obtain written authorization from an applicant before ordering a credit report or consumer background report. Running a report without this authorization is a federal violation. This form satisfies that requirement.
👤 Applicant Information
🏠 Property Applied For
📋 Authorization & FCRA Rights
FCRA Consumer Rights: You have the right to know if information in a consumer report is used against you. You have the right to dispute inaccurate information. If your application is denied based on a report, you will receive an adverse action notice with the reporting agency's contact information.
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🔍 Order Screening Report →Credit & Background Check Authorization — FCRA Guide
The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) is a federal law that requires landlords to obtain written authorization before ordering any consumer report — including credit reports, background checks, and eviction history reports.
FCRA Requirements for Landlords
- Written authorization: Must be obtained before ordering any report
- Adverse action notice: If you deny based on the report, you must send a written adverse action notice
- Disclosure: Must inform the applicant of the name of the reporting agency used
- Dispute rights: Must inform applicants of their right to dispute inaccurate information
See the FCRA landlord guide and the Adverse Action Letter.
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These forms are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. FCRA requirements are complex and strictly enforced — violations carry statutory damages of $100–$1,000 per violation plus actual damages and attorney fees. Fair Housing law prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics. Apply screening criteria consistently to all applicants. Consult a qualified attorney before making screening decisions. See our editorial standards for accuracy details.
