Need to Make the Transition to Full Credit Reports?

RHAWA has decided to terminate the use of the Rent Right Decision. While the Rent Right Decision Model has served as a useful tool for many of our landlords, many of the new laws and rules require that landlords perform individual assessments. In order to properly assess a potential applicant you would need to have the most accurate information.

Effective May 1, 2018, RHAWA will only provide full credit reports to our members. For our landlords that are Rent Right certified it will be an easy transition to the full credit program. Our staff is prepared to switch you over, this process will consist of filling out a total of three forms and certifying that you have the appropriate equipment that is needed to receive, store and destroy the sensitive documents.

If you are currently on our Rent Right program, please contact our staff today to ensure a smooth transition at:
(206) 283-0816   |   (800) 335-2990   |   tenantscreening@RHAwa.org

    Certification Application

    Required Documents to Return

    Max file size: 20MB
    Max file size: 20MB
    Verification of Identity
    ​We will be checking to ensure that you are not involved in any side business that may not be approved for the handling of credit reports (i.e. internet locator, service bail bond companies, credit repair agencies or credit clinics) by reviewing company’s website, checking listing or business in yellowpages and receiving a copy of your business license or printed verification from City / State, federal tax ID / employer identification number and / or article of incorporation. If you do not have a business license pertaining to rental housing, or are a sole proprietor or in a partnership, we will need to obtain written consent to secure a copy of personal credit report (credit check authorization) for sole proprietor or partners. Owner’s government issued photo ID such as driver’s license will need be photocopied.
    Max file size: 20MB
    Site Inspection
    ​Federal Credit Bureaus require those who receive detailed credit information to have a site inspection of their home or business office. (Effective 9/1/07.) The inspection takes approximately 10 minutes. You must have a dedicated work space containing a locking file cabinet for storing your rental documentation and a paper shredder to destroy sensitive documents. If you transfer documentation electronically you must also have a password protected computer. This inspection is only done once as long as you maintain your RHAWA membership, and your rental office remains at the same location.
    Max file size: 20MB
    Max file size: 20MB
    Max file size: 20MB

Having Trouble?

The video below will walk you through how to submit your certification documents.