Tenant Screening

Comprehensive background checks powered by TransUnion. Credit reports, criminal history, and eviction records - all for $30 paid by the applicant. Make informed decisions with reliable screening data.

$30
Screening Package
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3 Reports
Credit • Criminal • Eviction

Screen Applicants with Confidence

TransUnion-powered screening gives you credit scores, criminal records, and eviction history to make informed rental decisions

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Credit Report

Full credit report with ResidentScore, tradelines, collections, public records, and payment history. Understand your applicant's financial responsibility.

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Criminal Background

National criminal database search, sex offender registry check, and county-level records. Know who you're renting to with comprehensive background checks.

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Eviction History

Housing court records and eviction history search. Identify applicants with prior evictions or landlord-tenant disputes before signing a lease.

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Applicant-Paid

The $30 screening fee is paid by the applicant during their application. No cost to property managers. Serious applicants only.

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Identity Verification

Knowledge-based authentication questions verify the applicant's identity before reports are generated. Prevent fraud and ensure accurate results.

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Fast Results

Most reports complete within minutes. Some state-specific searches may take 24-48 hours. You're notified when results are ready to view.

Renter Application Flow

What applicants see when completing their background screening

🏠 My Rental Spot
123 Demo Street, Sample City, CA - Unit 34
Sample City, CA 94000
Rent: $2,200/month Type: 2 Bed, 1 Bath Size: 850 sq ft
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Your Info
✓
Household
✓
History
✓
Income
✓
Review
6
Payment

Background Screening

Final step: Complete your background check

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Secure Screening Package

$30

Includes credit check, criminal background, and eviction history

✓ What's included:
✓ Credit-based ResidentScore
✓ Criminal background check
✓ Eviction history report
🔒 Your privacy matters: This is a soft inquiry and won't affect your credit score. Your information is encrypted and securely transferred to TransUnion.

Screening Information

We have your Social Security Number

Identity Verification

Applicants answer knowledge-based questions to verify their identity

My Rental Spot

Exam for identity verification.

Q.1 Which of the following people lives or owns property in RIVERSIDE COUNTY?

Q.2 Which of these street names are you associated with?

Q.3 Which of the following vehicles have you owned or leased?

Reports Being Generated

What landlords see while waiting for screening results

John Smith

⭐ Rental Score: 500
📞 (555) 123-4567
✉️ johnsmith@email.com

Documents (0/5)

⭘ ID
⭘ Pay Stubs
⭘ References
⭘ Employment Letter
⚠️ Credit Report
Pending

Background Checks

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Your reports are being generated.
Some reports, depending on the state, may take up to 24-48 hours to complete. You will be notified once they are ready.

📅 Application Timeline

Application Submitted
01/28/2026 8:30 AM • John Smith

Completed Background Checks

Once reports are ready, landlords can view detailed screening results

Background Checks

📊 Credit Report Shared
Credit Score: Available
Report created: 01/28/2026
🔍 Criminal Background Report Shared
✓ No issues found
Report created: 01/28/2026
🏛️ Housing Court Records Shared
✓ No issues found
Report created: 01/28/2026

📅 Application Timeline

Background Check Complete
01/28/2026 8:32 AM • System
Application Submitted
01/28/2026 8:30 AM • John Smith

Example: Credit Report

TransUnion credit report with ResidentScore, tradelines, and payment history

DISCLAIMER: This report does not guarantee the accuracy or truthfulness of the information as to the subject of the investigation, but only that it is accurately copied from public records, and information generated as a result of identity theft, including evidence of criminal activity, may be inaccurately associated with the consumer who is the subject of this report.

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CONSUMER REPORT

Applicant: John Smith

Details

Email Address
johnsmith@email.com
Report #
TS833DDXZ5
SSN Message
No-hit returned and no match processing was performed.
Current Address
456 Previous Lane
Sample City, CA 94000
Property Address
123 Demo Street
Sample City, CA 94000
Reported
01/28/2026

Profile Summary

Record Counts
Tradelines:
4
Collections:
0
Public Records:
0
Inquiries:
2

Tradelines

Trade Total
Count
4
Balance Total
$12,450
Total Credit Limit
$35,000
Total Past Due
$0
Trades
Creditor Account Type Credit Limit Balance Status
Chase Bank Credit Card $15,000 $4,200 Current
Capital One Credit Card $10,000 $2,800 Current
Wells Fargo Auto Loan $25,000 $5,450 Current
Discover Credit Card $10,000 $0 Current
© 2026 TransUnion Rental Screening Solutions, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
1/28/2026 10:31:39 AM
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Example: Criminal Background Report

National criminal database search with county and federal records

DISCLAIMER: This report does not guarantee the accuracy or truthfulness of the information as to the subject of the investigation, but only that it is accurately copied from public records.

TransUnion
powered by ASURINT
CONSUMER REPORT

Applicant: John Smith

Details

Email Address
johnsmith@email.com
Report #
TS833DDXZ5
Package Name
In-Network
Current Address
456 Previous Lane
Sample City, CA 94000
Property Address
Sample City, CA 94000
Order Date
01/28/2026
Completion Date
01/28/2026

Criminal and Public Records

No Reportable Records
Location Completion Date Search Strategy
Sample County, California 01/28/2026 National Search
National Sex Offender Registry 01/28/2026 National Search
National Expanded Search ● 01/28/2026 National Search

● National Expanded Search utilizes Asurint's national criminal database to find records for locations outside of the applicant's address history.

Sanctions

No Reportable Records
Product Completion Date Search Strategy
Global Sanctions 01/28/2026 National Search
END OF REPORT

Example: Housing Court Records

Eviction history and landlord-tenant dispute records

DISCLAIMER: This report does not guarantee the accuracy or truthfulness of the information as to the subject of the investigation, but only that it is accurately copied from public records.

TransUnion
powered by ASURINT
CONSUMER REPORT

Applicant: John Smith

Details

Email Address
johnsmith@email.com
Report #
TSKPP11Y5R
Package Name
Housing
Current Address
456 Previous Lane
Sample City, CA 94000
Property Address
Sample City, CA 94000
Order Date
01/28/2026
Completion Date
01/28/2026

Housing Records

No Reportable Records
Housing Records Search Completion Date: 01/28/2026
END OF REPORT

💳 TransUnion Credit Reports

Comprehensive credit reports include ResidentScore, tradelines (credit cards, loans, mortgages), collections, public records, and payment history. Understand your applicant's financial responsibility and creditworthiness with reliable data from TransUnion, one of the three major credit bureaus.

  • Credit-based ResidentScore
  • Active tradelines and accounts
  • Collections and delinquencies
  • Public records (bankruptcies, liens)
  • Credit utilization ratio
  • Payment history
  • Total debt and credit limits
  • Inquiry count
  • Address history
  • Soft inquiry (no credit impact)

🔍 Criminal Background Checks

National criminal database search covers county records, federal records, sex offender registries, and sanctions lists. Know who you're renting to with comprehensive background checks that search multiple jurisdictions and databases for reportable criminal activity.

  • National criminal database
  • County-level searches
  • Federal court records
  • Sex offender registry
  • National expanded search
  • Global sanctions check
  • Multi-state coverage
  • Address-based searches
  • FCRA compliant
  • Fast turnaround

🏠 Eviction History Reports

Housing court records reveal prior evictions, landlord-tenant disputes, and unlawful detainer actions. Identify applicants with eviction history before signing a lease. Reports search court records nationwide to find housing-related civil cases.

  • Eviction history search
  • Housing court records
  • Unlawful detainer actions
  • Landlord-tenant disputes
  • Judgments for possession
  • Nationwide coverage
  • Historical records
  • Case details and outcomes
  • Date and location info
  • Landlord/plaintiff names

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much does tenant screening cost and who pays?
A: The screening package costs $30 and is paid by the applicant during the application process. This covers credit check, criminal background, and eviction history - all powered by TransUnion. There's no cost to property managers. The applicant-paid model ensures you only get serious applicants who are willing to invest in their application.
Q: What's included in the $30 screening package?
A: The Secure Screening Package includes three reports: (1) Credit Report with ResidentScore, tradelines, collections, and payment history, (2) Criminal Background Report with national database search, sex offender registry, and sanctions check, and (3) Housing Court Records / Eviction History report. All reports are powered by TransUnion and ASURINT.
Q: How long do screening reports take to complete?
A: Most reports complete within minutes of the applicant submitting their information and payment. However, some state-specific criminal searches may take 24-48 hours depending on the jurisdiction. You'll be notified via email when all reports are ready to view. The application dashboard shows "Your reports are being generated" until they're complete.
Q: Will the screening affect the applicant's credit score?
A: No. MyRentalSpot uses a soft inquiry for tenant screening, which does not affect the applicant's credit score. This is clearly communicated to applicants during the process: "Your privacy matters: This is a soft inquiry and won't affect your credit score." The applicant's credit remains unaffected regardless of the screening outcome.
Q: What are the identity verification questions?
A: Before reports are generated, applicants must answer knowledge-based authentication (KBA) questions to verify their identity. These questions are based on the applicant's credit file and personal history - things like "Which street names are you associated with?" or "Which of these vehicles have you owned?" This prevents fraud and ensures accurate results for the right person.
Q: Can applicants share their reports with other landlords?
A: Yes! Reports marked as "Shared" can be viewed by other landlords on MyRentalSpot if the applicant chooses to share them. This saves applicants from paying multiple screening fees. As a landlord, you'll see the "Shared" badge on reports that were originally ordered for a different property. The applicant controls whether to share their reports.

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