Monthly Archives: May 2012

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New Law Affects Tenant Screening

    Beginning June 07, 2012 Washington state residential landlords who charge a fee for background checks will face new requirements.[1]   The landlords will be required to disclose:   what types of information will be accessed to conduct the tenant screening; what criteria may result in the denial of the application; the name and address of the consumer reporting agency, if used; the prospective tenant’s right to obtain a free copy of the consumer report  in the event of an adverse action and to dispute the accuracy of information in the consumer report   This information must be provided […]