Important Information Regarding RentSpree Criminal Background Checks
We were recently notified by RentSpree that effective August 9th, 2023, TransUnion suspended criminal background check coverage in several states including Michigan, as the quality of the data no longer meets its data quality standards.
As a result, starting with reports generated after August 9, 2023, background checks will only include criminal records from the following states: AK, AZ, AR, FL, IL, IN, MN, MS, NC, ND, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, WA, WV.
RentSpree reports for Michigan will no longer include criminal background checks.
Please note the following:
National Sex Offender Registry and Most Wanted databases coverage will NOT be impacted and will continue to be available in all states.
If you do not find criminal records for states not referenced above, it doesn't imply the absence of a criminal record; rather, TransUnion simply lacks the necessary criminal data that meets its quality standards.
You can continue to screen tenants for criminal records, however, TransUnion will not source or supply this information for states not on the list above.
RentSpree is actively exploring alternative sources for criminal background information to cover the states where TransUnion's coverage is suspended.
Please do not hesitate to contact Realcomp Customer Care should you have questions.
Email: Support@realcomp.com
Phone: 866.553.3430