TransUnion SmartMove
Tenant screening services for landlords and property managers.
About TransUnion SmartMove
TransUnion SmartMove is a tenant screening service powered by TransUnion, one of the three major credit bureaus. The platform provides landlords with comprehensive tenant background checks including credit reports, criminal history, eviction records, and income verification. SmartMove is designed for independent landlords who want quick, reliable screening without needing a business account or subscription. Reports are available within minutes and can be paid for by either the landlord or the applicant. The service leverages TransUnion's massive consumer database for accurate, up-to-date screening data and is widely integrated with property management platforms.
✓ Pros
✓Backed by TransUnion—one of the three major credit bureaus
✓No subscription required—pay per screening
✓Reports available within minutes
✓Applicant-pays option saves landlords money
✓ResidentScore specifically designed for rental risk
✗ Cons
✗Per-screening costs add up for high-volume landlords
✗Limited to US market
✗No ongoing monitoring—point-in-time screening only
TransUnion SmartMove Features
✦ Credit Reports
Full TransUnion credit report with credit score and payment history.
✦ Criminal Background Check
National criminal database search covering all 50 states.
✦ Eviction History
Nationwide eviction records from court databases.
✦ Income Insights
Income verification using TransUnion data to validate applicant earnings.
✦ ResidentScore
Proprietary scoring model designed specifically for rental risk assessment.
✦ OFAC Check
Screening against the Office of Foreign Assets Control terrorism watchlist.
✦ Recommendation Engine
Accept/review/deny recommendations based on screening results.
✦ Instant Results
Reports available within minutes of applicant completion.
✦ Applicant-Pays Option
Applicants can pay for their own screening to save landlords money.
✦ No Subscription Required
Pay-per-use model with no monthly fees or long-term commitments.
TransUnion SmartMove Pricing
Last verified 2026-02
SmartCheck Basic
$25
SmartCheck Plus
$35
SmartCheck Premium
$40
Integrations
Multiple PM platforms via TransUnion partnerships
Company Info
Company
TransUnion LLC
Founded
1968
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Employees
10000+
Funding
Public company (NYSE: TRU)
TransUnion SmartMove FAQ
How much does TransUnion SmartMove cost?
TransUnion SmartMove does not publish pricing; it is per screening. Contact the vendor for a quote.
What are alternatives to TransUnion SmartMove?
Popular property management alternatives include Buildium, HappyCo, Hightower.
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