If you're renting and your application got denied unexpectedly, AppFolio might be the reason. I had no idea they were behind my background check until I looked closer and found multiple errors in the report. It’s honestly scary how much influence these companies have over whether you get approved or not — and how often they get things wrong.

I found an article that broke it all down, from how AppFolio background checks work to the kinds of mistakes that show up all the time, like outdated evictions or incorrect identity matches. It also explained what steps to take if you need to challenge something on your report. Super helpful if you’re stuck wondering why your rental fell through for no good reason. Don’t just accept the denial — push back.