Dispute Tenant Screening Errors

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You can dispute tenant screening errors under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) by contacting the tenant screening company in writing. They must investigate within 30 days and correct or remove incorrect information. Eviction records in Illinois are generally sealed after 7 years, which can improve your chances of securing an apartment. However, landlords may also consider other factors like income, credit score, and references.

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In Illinois, you can dispute tenant screening errors under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
- Contact the tenant screening company in writing about the dispute.
- The company must investigate within 30 days.
- If the information is incorrect, it must be corrected or removed.
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If I try and apply for an apartment in may * when my 7 years from eviction is up will I succeed
Yes, generally eviction records in Illinois are sealed after 7 years, enhancing your chances of securing an apartment. However, the landlord's decision may also depend on other factors such as income, credit score, and references.