[Your name]
[Your address]
To: [Background check company, and the address]
Dear [Background check company]
My name is [insert your name]. My date of birth is [xx-xx-xxxx]. My social security number is [xxx-xx-xxxx]. I have enclosed a copy of my drivers license and social security card, and a copy of a bill going to my current address, so that you can locate my file.
I am am writing to request disclosure of my consumer report.
Please mail it to the address above.
Sincerely,
[your name]
Instructions for a strong file request
Each of your letters needs to be printed out, signed with a pen, and scanned as a PDF file or photocopied before you mail it. Just saving a Word document on your computer is not good enough.
Send them via certified mail, return receipt requested, and save your mail receipts.
Questions? Reach out through my Contact page.