Rental Applicants - Capture SS# when using SmartMove?

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I'm going to use SmartMove for my credit and criminal background checks. I'm finishing up my paper application now and wanted to know if it made sense to record the applicant's SS number on the application? Obviously one benefit of SmartMove is that personal information is kept personal. I think I want it on the application to assist with obtaining judgments and other legal proceedings IF SS# is used for such.

Questions: 1) Is a SS# necessary for judgment recording (say, for damages or unpaid rent); 2) What do other SmartMove users record on their paper apps?

Thanks much.

Questions:  1) Is a SS# necessary for judgment recording (say, for damages or unpaid rent); 2) What do other SmartMove users record on their paper apps?

Thanks much.

Mehran K. · Answer

Yes, be sure to get a copy of the drivers license as well!

Wes Eaves · Answer

@Mike M. I would include the SS# on the application to verify identity and if you need it down the road.

Mike M. · Answer

Appreciate all the feedback.  My application does include SS#.  Better to have it and not need it versus the alternative.

Wilson Churchill · Answer

You will need the SS to garnish state tax returns or bank accounts. A PI can also obtain most information you would need to collect from someone.

Bart K. · Answer

This is a question I had as well.  I'm new to this business and with my first property I got a complete application except for the SSN.  I used Smart Move as well.  So putting aside what you should do, need to do, etc., what is the answer to the actual question?  Would you actually need the SSN in court?

Account Closed · Answer

Most people don't carry their SSN card because of all the ID theft.

Joe Gore

Dick Rosen · Answer

Yes you always want the SS# and some people even go as far as seeing and feeling the card to make sure it's not a fake.

Account Closed · Answer

No matter who you use to do your screening you should always have a complete sign application on file.

Joe Gore

Rental Applicants - Capture SS# when using SmartMove?

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