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Can the landlord or Property Practitioner perform a credit check on me?

Yes, TPN recommends that landlords perform a credit report on all adults over the age of 18 applying for rent. In terms of the National Credit Act Regulations 18 (4) (e) and (5) the tenant must first give his / her consent before the landlord or property practitioner can access your credit report.

If you refuse to give consent for the landlord (property practitioner) to perform your credit check – the landlord or property practitioner is entitled to decline your application for rent.

Last Updated: 2022/01/20