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4 Ways To Rent With Bad Credit

Saturday March 28, 2009
These days, it seems like just about everyone is using credit, even prospective landlords. You and I know that just because you miss a few credit card payments doesn't mean you'll skip out on your rent, but your next landlord believes your credit report over your word.

Some rental properties have strict requirements and won't let you move in with credit blemishes. Luckily, every rental property doesn't have as strict approval requirements. There are ways to rent an apartment with bad credit.

If you're already renting and just want to move to another location, you can always bite the bullet and stay where you are. Use the money you would have spent on your new apartment to pay off some of your debt.
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January 5, 2010 at 11:33 am
(1) Denise says:

When you have your credit checked, you are giving your information to millions of people. Yes, the credit agencies sell your phone number and information to anyone who will pay for it. I managed a mortgaqe co for 8 years and we bought our leads from transunion, equifax, and equirium.

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