Re: Hello everyone-to Walt

[Guest guest]

For the first time in my life I was denied an apartment. I am

checking to see it is my credit or some that show up some place

else, I have heard of health issues being a factor.

Walt

Dear Walt,

Did you ask the landlord or the leasing agent why your

application was turned down? There has to be a valid, legal

reason and I believe the law protects you by making that

information available to you. Rental properties are subject to

strict guidelines regarding non-biased rental procedures. If

there is a problem with your credit, certainly you need to be

aware of this, and health issues should not be an issue.

Perhaps you could speak with your local legal aid to make sure

your rights are being protected. There are state, county and city

agencies that provide pro-bono legal services for those in need

of help with these types of discrimination.

I'm sorry this has slowed up your search to be on your own. It's

good that you are on good grounds with your parents, yet I know

how much you are looking forward to being in your own place

and not dependent upon their generousity all the time.

Don't give up, keep trying for your own space.

With hope and prayers,

Heidi

Heidi H. Griffeth

South Carolina

Southeastern Representative

Pancreatitis Association, Intl.