The right of Privacy for Tenants is often attacked or disregarded by Landlords yet is rarely protected or defended by Tenants. Take care when filling out applications to rent. Some forms ask for permission to gather credit information about you as part of the application process.
Some forms ask for a lot of personal financial information.
It is not unreasonable to ask for assurances that the information provided or gathered will remain confidential. You may wish to write a limited use and confidentially assurance provision right in the Application. Have the Landlord sign it and obtain a copy. If the Landlord refuses to agree to respect your privacy, it may be time to look elsewhere. The rules of the Right of entry by A landlord vary from State to State.