Which item might a landlord require before you rent?

• A. Social Security #, credit check, and pay history
• B. W-4 Form
• C. W-2 Tax Form
• D. Things a landlord may require before you rent

Answer: (D)

Before you rent, landlords commonly screen applicants and may ask for a variety of items to verify you can pay and to assess your rental history. The best answer captures this by stating that there are “things a landlord may require before you rent,” which could include a rental application, consent to a credit check, proof of income, and other supporting documents. Forms like a W-4 are for payroll tax withholding, and a W-2 is an annual tax form—these are not standard rental-screening items. While income verification can come up, landlords typically use current pay stubs or other proof rather than a W-2. So, the general option about things a landlord may require before you rent best reflects the screening process.