Background Checks
What Are Background Checks and What Do They Show?
What are background checks? They are reviews of records for a specific purpose, such as hiring or renting a home. A screening company may combine information from several sources into a report. What the report shows depends on the kind of screening and what the requester asks the company to verify. What are background checks […]
How to Check Your Own Background Before Applying for a Job
If you want to check your own background before applying for a job, start with the records that matter for the role. Compare your résumé with your employment dates, job titles, and credentials. If the job involves driving, check how to request your driving record from your state’s motor vehicle agency. Where to check your […]