Seems like a lot of trouble to install security cameras for this, especially since it sounds like it isn't a criminal offense. 

., credit card, medical, etc.)All of the above can be found if you run a criminal background, rental history & eviction check and credit report.

I have seen online prices for credit and criminal checks at 15.95.

I use that for rental applications, credit/criminal background checks and receiving rent payments.

I'm not sure about 'fraud' in the proper criminal sense, but cause for an entity to sue another for damages, liquidated or otherwise, sounds very possible. 

It's only $29 for the applicant and they do credit and criminal background checks.Once you have that information, it's knowing what to look for in the reports returned. 

If you don't close you not only would lose your deposit, but you could face the possibility of being held in contempt of court.Because condo values have tanked recently, be sure and check the recent comps at least on Zillow, Trulia, Cyber Homes, NETRonline, etc. because the Sheriff's appraisers tend to be drive by "windshield" appraisals, and you can easily overpay based on their appraisal.

These criminals are taking housing away from Americans and driving up prices. 

Before I take an application I tell the person I am going to do a full criminal and credit check.  

You should have it published exactly what your criteria for a tenant are- credit score, income, criminal history, etc, so anyone who inquires should already have a good idea if they qualify or not.