What to do if landlord is up to fraudulent behavior using the personal information of others?
lighthouse41 asked:
I recently applied for an apartment for rent by private owner. I provided my personal information when filling out the rental application. I now feel the woman never had plans to rent the place, and is using an “apartment for rent” as a front to obtain the personal information of others to commit fraud.
I recently applied for an apartment for rent by private owner. I provided my personal information when filling out the rental application. I now feel the woman never had plans to rent the place, and is using an “apartment for rent” as a front to obtain the personal information of others to commit fraud.
It turns out, my co-worker happens to know this woman personally, and says she recently filed bankruptcy, does not own the property, and was renting it from a relative.
What should I do? If the above is true, she’ll deny we met. This woman has my social security number, personal information, and more. Is there any way to tell when someone pulls your credit to apply for an apartment? I don’t think those type of credit inquiries appear on credit reports.
What should I do to prevent fraudulent behavior? There are Michigan laws protecting landlords, what about those for tenants?
MAYNARD
November 8th, 2009 at 11:48 am
RUBEN
i think you should report this person to the police and let them check in to it
November 9th, 2009 at 11:55 pm
LEROY
If you think Fraudulent thoings are going on comtact your local Police department and they will find out. I would also get an updated copy of your credit report. It will tell you if anyone has been trying to buy things with your info. If they haave then take that to the police department
November 11th, 2009 at 5:07 pm
AL
Hope this helps - if you are truly concerned I would contact the Attorney General’s Office and ask about your rights and how you can ensure your privacy rights.
Michigan Housing Commissions are listed at first link so is the Michigan Attorney General’s office
Second source link is for Michigan Tenant Information
compiled from various sources and Western Michigan University. Although aimed at college students, some of the following information may be applicable to residents throughout the state.
Good Luck
November 13th, 2009 at 7:37 pm
RAFAEL
First of all you have to verify your information If you are just guessing, no one will listen to you. It would be good that you have more than one example and you have interview the people affected first. When your case seem solid enough, take your information the the police immediately.
November 17th, 2009 at 12:17 am
DARRIN
Anytime someone pulls your credit, it shows up on your credit report. Contact the three reporting agencies and order a current credit report. It will show both any fraudelent activity and if she pulled your credit.
Good Luck…