Field 44OptionalConsumer Information
Metro 2 Field 44: Residence Code
Single-character code indicating the consumer's residence type, such as owned or rented. Optional and used for analytics where available.
Quick Reference
Field Number:44
Position:385-385
Length:1 characters
Type:code
Record:Base Segment
Required:No
Allowed Values
| Value | Meaning |
|---|---|
| O | Owns Residence |
| R | Rents Residence |
Residence Codes: full reference
An optional single character stating whether the consumer owns or rents the address reported on the record. Each code has its own page covering what it means, when to report it, and the cross-field rules it has to satisfy.
Validation Rules
- Single character from the allowed set or blank
Examples
ORCommon Errors
- Populating a guess instead of leaving blank
Tips & Best Practices
- Only populate when you actually have verified residence data
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