- Understand your situation. ...
- Talk to your previous landlord. ...
- Try an apartment locator. ...
- Find a landlord that doesn't do background checks. ...
- Get references. ...
- Seek a co-signer. ...
- Stay on top of your credit. ...
- Be honest.
How long does eviction stay on record?
seven years
How can I remove an eviction from my credit report?
- Petition the court: In the county where the case was filed, you can petition the court to have the eviction expunged from your record.
- Win your case: If the landlord served you an eviction notice without a legal or valid basis, prove that.