Excerpted from a Riverdale Press story by Joseph De La Cruz Background checks can make or break someone. Especially if that someone has a criminal history. Such checks may already cost people jobs and maybe even loans. But a new piece of...
Read MoreLawmakers file bill requiring landlords to conduct background checks on apartment employees
Excerpted from a News 7 Miami story Florida lawmakers have introduced a new bill in honor of 19-year-old Miya Marcano who was killed at her apartment complex in Orlando earlier this year. If passed, the bill, titled “Miya’s Law” would require...
Read MoreBill that keeps DOBs on public records passes the Michigan House
Excerpted from a Huron Daily Tribune story by Angela Mulka A bill that would protect hiring, housing placements and public safety is making its way through the Michigan Legislature. The bill, HB 5368 introduced by Rep. Graham Filler, was passed...
Read MorePotential Ban of Criminal Records in Tenant Screening Should Alert Landlords Everywhere
Excerpted from PR Web by Dan Adams Recently, the New York City Council introduced a bill banning landlords utilizing criminal history reports as part of tenant applicant vetting. Adam Almeida, President and CEO of TenantScreeningUSA.com, states...
Read MoreUnderstanding the Tenant Background Check: A Guide for Landlords
Excerpted from Millionacres by Tara Mastroeni As a landlord, it’s absolutely crucial to conduct a tenant background check before you sign any leases or allow anyone to live in your rental property. If you’re newer to real estate...
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