Accept reusable screening reports, without increasing your risk.
Illinois law requires landlords to accept qualifying reusable tenant screening reports and prohibits charging screening or application fees when a valid report is provided.
Rent Ready Illinois makes it easy to comply.
What you receive
secure, no-cost access to the tenant’s report
standardized formatting
clearly dated reports
audit-ready documentation
consistent intake for all applicants
What you still control
your screening criteria
your income thresholds
your rental decisions
your individualized assessments
your approval or denial decisions
Cook County reminder
Criminal history must be reviewed on an individualized basis under Cook County rules.
Rent Ready Illinois supports this process but does not replace your obligations.
Have you received a Rent Ready Reusable Tenant Screening Report & have questions?
Please contact support.
Under Illinois law (HB 4926 / Public Act 103-0840), if a tenant provides a valid, qualifying screening report, landlords may not charge an additional screening or application fee and should consider the report as part of the application process.
Rent Ready Illinois, LLC satisfies HB 4926 and is legally compliant under Illinois law.