Question 1

What is Circuit Facts?

Accepted Answer

Circuit Facts is a place for renters to keep their housing information organized. It helps you document photos, repairs, notices, rental charges, communications, and move‑in/move‑out conditions — all in one Housing Record that stays with you from lease to lease.

Question 2

Why should I document my housing information?

Accepted Answer

Documentation protects your money, your housing stability, and your peace of mind. Clear records help you track what happened and when, understand repair timelines, check fees against referenced rules (where available), keep move‑in/move‑out photos together, and stay organized if a problem develops. Good documentation turns scattered moments into a clear timeline of facts.

Question 3

Do I need a legal problem to use Circuit Facts?

Accepted Answer

No. Most renters use Circuit Facts before anything goes wrong. It’s designed for everyday documentation — repairs, notices, charges, and move‑in/move‑out photos. If a problem develops later, your information is already organized.

Question 4

Is Circuit Facts a law firm?

Accepted Answer

No. Circuit Facts is a technology platform by Pearl & Healer LLC. It does not provide legal advice and does not determine legal rights or outcomes.

Question 5

Is Circuit Facts free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can start a free Housing Record with move‑in/move‑out documentation, repair and notice tracking, basic evidence storage, rental charge checks (where state-specific tools are available), and packet preview. You only pay if you choose a paid feature like the Mediation Packet or Housing Passport™.

Question 6

What is the Housing Passport™?

Accepted Answer

Housing Passport™ is your housing history across leases. It includes full move‑in/move‑out records, complete Housing Record exports, unlimited packet regenerations, and your documentation carried forward when you move. It’s optional — you can start free and upgrade only if you need it.

Question 7

What are “state-specific rule tools”?

Accepted Answer

These are tools that help you check certain rental charges against referenced state rules. Right now, tools are available for North Carolina, including Late Fee Check, Legal Fee Check, and Security Deposit Check. More states are planned. These tools provide estimates for planning only, not legal advice.

Question 8

Do I need an account to check a fee?

Accepted Answer

No. You can check one fee for free, without creating an account.

Question 9

What is the Mediation Packet?

Accepted Answer

The Mediation Packet organizes selected Housing Record information into a downloadable PDF. Renters use it for conversations with a landlord, mediation, housing‑stability programs, and legal‑aid consultations. It’s a one‑time $19 purchase.

Question 10

Can Circuit Facts help if I already received eviction court papers?

Accepted Answer

Circuit Facts’ pre‑filing tools may not fit your situation. If you’re in North Carolina, contact Legal Aid of North Carolina at 1‑866‑219‑5262.

Question 11

What if I live outside North Carolina?

Accepted Answer

Circuit Facts works for renters anywhere in the U.S. State-specific rule tools are currently available for North Carolina, with more jurisdictions planned. You can still use move‑in/move‑out documentation, repair and notice tracking, evidence storage, Housing Passport™, and the Mediation Packet.

Question 12

Is my information private?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Circuit Facts is built with privacy in mind. Your Housing Record is yours, and you choose what to export or share.

Question 13

Can I use Circuit Facts for assistance‑animal or accommodation requests?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Circuit Facts includes tools to help you organize assistance‑animal related charges, track accommodation requests and communications, and generate a guided accommodation request letter.

Question 14

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

You can start your Housing Record for free — no credit card required. Add photos, notices, and charges as they happen. Your record grows with you and is ready if you ever need it.

Circuit Facts™ — Renter-Friendly FAQ