What is the KFC Test?

The 'KFC test' is a term that describes a situation where landlords or property managers deny people's tenancy applications if they see KFC purchases on their bank statement.

What information can my landlord legally ask me?

A landlord should try to collect the smallest amount of personal information needed to complete a task. Some things include:rn-Name and contact informationrn-Proof of identityrn-Consent for a credit reportrn-Pet ownershiprn-SmokingrnMake sure you know your rights around what sort of information you need to provide a potential landlord.

Can a landlord ask me for a bank statement?

A landlord should try to collect the smallest amount of personal information needed to complete a task. The New Zealand Privacy Commission outlines all of this information in this document and a bank statement is not one of them. Some things include:rnName and contact informationrnProof of identityrnConsent for a credit reportrnPet ownershiprnSmokingrnThere is no mention that a bank statement is required with the NZ Privacy Commission stating: “If a credit report shows that an applicant is creditworthy, there’s no need to collect their bank statements.”