 TITLE: Does Renters Insurance Require a Credit Check? CONTENT: Renters Insurance and Your Credit Report\n----------------------------------------\nRenters insurance is a smart investment for any tenant. There are several ways to keep your premiums low, including raising your deductible, having safety precautions in place and maintaining a good credit-based insurance score. You can get an idea of your credit-based insurance score by checking your regular credit score, since the two are usually similar. Once you've got renters insurance, be sure to pay your premiums on time; doing so will help you maintain a good credit score. END