According to the Federal Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), prospective renters in Maryland must provide written consent for a credit check. Authorization to check a Maryland tenant's credit history is typically included in most Maryland Rental Application Forms.Most landlords will do a background check. This includes a credit report, a criminal background check and a rental history check. A landlord credit check helps determine if you're likely to pay rent. Our Tenant Screening Service gives Landlords a comprehensive Tenant background check, including a financial, criminal, and rental history check. A fair credit score is around 650, but every landlord has their own requirements. Run a Credit Check A credit check can tell you more about the applicant's credit history, up to 10 years back. Landlords use application fees to cover the costs of processing an application, such as running a credit check. You will need to obtain written permission from each applicant to run the background check.