Comments on: What information do retnal properties look for on a credit report?

By: klingon

klingon — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 09:42:57 +0000

If u were NEVER late paying rent at previous appartments, that will definately work in your favor.GOOD LUCK !! lol.

By: shayne sherman

shayne sherman — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 11:49:32 +0000

They will more than likely look at your over all credit and give an emphasis on any negative information from other rentals or utilities.

By: Sarah O

Sarah O — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 22:43:22 +0000

I think they just look at it to see that you have never been evicted or had a home foreclosed on you

By: acermill

acermill — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 19:55:28 +0000

Possibly. It depends on how severe the other items in your credit report are. The fact that you are using debt counseling and payment programs is a plus, but it also shows that you have some sort of history in not properly handling your debt load.

The decision will rest entirely in the hands of the landlord to whom you apply. Some have extremely high standards for credit for tenants, and others are somewhat more lenient.

By: iceman

iceman — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 18:06:21 +0000

I have rented from 3 different places and they have never run a credit check. I think the credit scores are very overrated when it comes to renting. Especially if you can prove you have the income to afford the place.