How much can landlords charge for a credit check in NYC?

New York State Housing Law Section 238-a caps tenant screening fees at $20.

When do criminal background checks happen?

Under NYC's Fair Chance for Housing Act, criminal background checks can only happen after a conditional offer of housing.

Can I reuse the same credit check for multiple apartments?

Apply by Cazamio recognizes eligible recent screenings within the reuse window so tenants are not charged again when the same screening can be reused.

$20 Rental Screening for NYC Applications

Understand how Apply by Cazamio handles compliant NYC tenant screening, disclosure signatures, and application review steps.

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