Do I have to provide a copy of my social security card for a rental agreement even though the number is on the application and credit report?
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Do I have to provide a copy of my social security card for a rental agreement even though the number is on the application and credit report?
Am I required to provide a copy of my SS card for a 1 year lease on a home even though the SSN is on the rental application and also credit report, etc. Makes me nervous for someone to have a copy of my actual card.
Asked on December 1, 2011 under Real Estate Law, Florida
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I know of no specific requirement that an applicant for a lease must provide a copy of his or her actual social security card as part of the application process. I see legitimate concerns about providing a copy of the card to some person one does not know as opposed to simply providing the required information as to the numbers of one's social security number.
If you have such concerns about providing the copy of your social security card to the person who requested it as part of your rental application, I would simply ask specific questions as to the actual need for it.
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