Fair Housing & Tenant Screening: A Software Compliance Checklist for Property Managers
Tenant screening software can make the rental application process faster and more consistent, but it should never replace a property manager’s responsibility to follow fair housing laws and make thoughtful, documented decisions. HUD’s 2024 guidance makes clear that housing providers and tenant screening companies must ensure screening practices are transparent, accurate, fair, and compliant with the Fair Housing Act—even when artificial intelligence, algorithms, or third-party platforms are used.
