Hello,

I had pending charges for discrimination against some of my applicants. There was a panel of "Clowns" representing the community and government. The "Book" was about to be thrown at me. What saved me was my "saved documents". Primarily the applications and credit report print outs along with my notes and decline letters.

I told the panel that I have proof that I acted in good faith and did nothing wrong. However since the information contained in the applications and credit reports are "protected", I needed a signed release from the party before I could defend myself.

The persons making the claims against me would not sign a release. So I had to reveal the underline cause for denying tenancy to these applicants.

I told the panel that the information provided on the application was in part fraudulent when it came to their Job, Income, DOB, Social Security Number, Criminal Back Ground and other important vital information. In this case, the person applying used a siblings identification, drivers license, and that's why all of the other details were close, but not right.

They hadn't noticed that their first name and the name on my rejection letter was similar but not the same. Like having a Josh Smith and a John Smith.....

SO I say save everything.....for 20 to 40 years......

The IRS can go back 40 years.......It used to be limited to 7 to 9 years but a farm bill had a section to extend document request and audits..