What the RentGrow settlement means for renters denied housing
A federal court order against RentGrow highlights renters’ rights to review and dispute tenant-screening reports after a denial or higher housing cost.
Fair Credit Reporting Act
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FTC RentGrow settlement raises questions about tenant-screening data
A proposed $2.25 million RentGrow settlement highlights alleged tenant-screening errors and gives renters a federal checklist for challenging inaccurate reports.
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FTC Proposes $2.25 Million RentGrow Settlement Over Tenant-Screening Reports
The FTC says RentGrow’s tenant-screening reports included duplicate criminal and eviction records and that the company mishandled consumer disputes. The proposed settlement remains subject to federal court approval.
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RentGrow to Pay $2.25 Million to Settle FTC Tenant-Screening Allegations
The Federal Trade Commission said RentGrow agreed to pay $2.25 million to resolve allegations involving consumer reports used in tenant screening.
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FTC’s RentGrow Settlement Puts Tenant-Screening Data Under Scrutiny
A proposed $2.25 million RentGrow settlement alleges duplicate records and dispute failures that could affect renters’ access to housing.
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RentGrow settlement: $2.25M FTC—what renters and landlords should do
FTC says RentGrow mishandled disputed tenant-screening data; $2.25M settlement highlights FCRA dispute rights when rental access depends on reports.