SmartScreen

Can Renters Review Instructions Before Starting? 📱 Yes. Renter information can explain the screening process before the applicant begins. smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #RenterInstructions #RentalApplication #SmartScreen

How Long Are SmartScreen Reports Available? 🗓️ SmartScreen's current privacy guidance describes a 30-day retention period for screening-report information. Learn more: smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #ReportRetention #TenantPrivacy #SmartScreen

What Happens After the Applicant Completes Screening? 💻 The landlord reviews the reports included in the selected package and applies the property's written criteria. Learn more: smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #LandlordScreening #SmartScreen #RentalDecision

Why Does SmartScreen Use a Soft Credit Inquiry? 📊 SmartScreen's tenant-credit workflow is designed around a consent-based soft inquiry rather than a hard credit inquiry. Learn more: smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #SoftInquiry #TenantCredit #RenterEducation

Can the Landlord Pay Instead of the Applicant? 💳 Yes. SmartScreen currently supports both landlord-pay and renter-pay workflows where permitted. Choose the payment approach that fits your process. Learn more: smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #LandlordPay #RenterPay #SmartScreen

What Is Included in SmartScreen Premium? ⭐ Premium combines Credit + ResidentScore + Nationwide Criminal + Nationwide Eviction + Income Insights. It's currently listed at $45 per application. smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #SmartScreenPremium #TenantScreening #RentalReports

Which Package Adds Eviction Screening? 🏠 SmartScreen Deluxe combines the Credit Report and ResidentScore with a Nationwide Eviction Report. It's currently listed at $41 per application. Learn more: smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #SmartScreenDeluxe #EvictionReport #LandlordTools

Which Package Adds Income Insights? 💵 SmartScreen Plus combines the Credit Report and ResidentScore with Income Insights. It's currently listed at $39 per application. Learn more: smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #SmartScreenPlus #IncomeInsights #TenantScreening

Which SmartScreen Package Fits a Credit + Criminal Focus? 📦 SmartScreen Basic combines a Credit Report, ResidentScore, and Nationwide Criminal Report. It's currently listed at $36 per application. smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #SmartScreenBasic #CriminalScreening #CreditReport

How Often Should Local Screening Rules Be Reviewed? 🔄 Review your process whenever laws change, you enter a new market, or your screening policy changes. Old procedures can quietly become outdated. Learn more: smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #TenantScreening #LandlordCompliance

Why Should Security-Deposit Rules Be Location-Specific? 🔐 Deposit caps, holding rules, deductions, interest, inspections, and return deadlines can all vary. Use a property-specific deposit checklist. Learn more: smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #SecurityDeposit #RentalLaw #LandlordTip

What Does Local Fair Housing Add? 🤝 State and local protections may go beyond federal Fair Housing requirements. Know which protected classes and rental practices apply where the property is located. Learn more: smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #FairHousing #RentalCompliance #Landlord

Why Can Eviction Records Vary by Jurisdiction? 🏛️ Record availability, sealing rules, case terminology, and permissible use can vary. Always understand what the returned court information actually represents. smartscreen.clearscreening.c… #EvictionRecords #RentalScreening