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Landlords: The FTC and CFPB Request Public Comment from You!

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) have united to inspect how background screening can impact American renters, with a particular emphasis on examining the use of criminal and housing court records and tenant screening practices. As part of a whole-of-government effort detailed in the White House’s January 2023 Blueprint, the FTC and CFPB are seeking public comment until March 30, 2023. We urge you to voice your unique industry perspective.

COVID-19

What to Do if your Applicant is Under House Arrest

The Federal Bureau of Prisons’ (BOP) update on April 5th reports that home confinement has already increased “by over 40% since March” and the Attorney General’s emergency order will only further increase these numbers.

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Rental Housing Legislation

California Criminal Records Under Attack

A bill aiming to restrict landlords’ and property managers’ ability to factor in criminal records in their tenant screening has surfaced in California. Although still

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COVID-19

What to Do if your Applicant is Under House Arrest

The Federal Bureau of Prisons’ (BOP) update on April 5th reports that home confinement has already increased “by over 40% since March” and the Attorney General’s emergency order will only further increase these numbers.

Read More
Rental Housing Legislation

California Criminal Records Under Attack

A bill aiming to restrict landlords’ and property managers’ ability to factor in criminal records in their tenant screening has surfaced in California. Although still

Read More