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As landlords, you must balance protecting your property and tenants with complying with anti-discrimination laws. This episode explores how the Fair Housing Act intersects with tenant screening practices, focusing on HUD's 2016 guidance regarding criminal records.

We explain why a blanket “no criminal history” policy can lead to unintended discrimination, particularly under the concept of disparate impact.  We also break down state-specific laws, such as “ban the box” ordinances that restrict when and how landlords can inquire about criminal records.

Of course, we giving advice on documenting decisions, staying compliant with state and local laws, and common pitfalls to avoid.

If you’re a landlord navigating tenant screening, this episode will equip you with the knowledge to create a fair, legally compliant, and effective criminal background check policy. 

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👉 Fair Housing Information: US Dept. of Housing and Urban Development. The primary source for federal fair housing laws and regulations.

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👉 Equal Rights Center: For $50 you can take a course called Best Practices for Ensuring that Criminal Records Screening Policies & Practices Comply with Fair Housing Requirements

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