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Tenant Screening

By
Real Estate Agent with Lisa Von Domek Team TX License #0552989

TransUnion SmartMove

Do you manage properties, or are you handling Tenant applications for rental properties?  Here is a wonderful service for assisting in the screening process offered by TransUnion and their Smart Move package.

As recently provided in the Texas Realtors Focus newsletter:

What happens when your clients move but the listing doesn’t sell? Your sellers want the house rented. Fast. That’s when you use TransUnion’s SmartMove, an online system that provides a quick leasing recommendation on prospective tenants.

This month is a great time to try this service as during October, you can visit TexasRealtors.MySmartMove.com and use coupon code TARAOXRY for a one-time $10 discount. Or visit the Benefits section of TexasRealtors.com for an interactive SmartMove brochure, a training video, and FAQs about the service.

One of my favorite features of this site, is that the applicant completes their application request and the payment is handled on-line.  No more collecting application fees or requiring certified funds for the fee.



The Texas REALTOR® Advantage is a collection of discounted and free benefits, products, and services providing real value for members. 


Comments(50)

Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Hello Paul,

Great - I love to hear from other users on the tools my team uses.

Oct 16, 2011 08:00 AM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Hello Wallace,

That is true, and if they don't login to start the process...you typically know they were not the candidates for the property.  Thanks for commenting!

Oct 16, 2011 08:01 AM
Lucien Vaillancourt
Native Sun Realty, Inc. - Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville Florida Real Estate

Sounds like this tool will help reduce the risk of placing bad tennants into homes.  I have seen some real bad situations and property damage in my day.

Oct 16, 2011 09:48 AM
EMILIA B COOPER, REALTOR® SFR.NCHSE.AHWD
LAROSA REALTY - Orlando, FL
Short Sales, Foreclosure & Bank Owned Real Estate

Great information Lisa , Great post!!!

Oct 16, 2011 06:07 PM
Bob Miller
Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty - Ocala, FL
The Ocala Dream Team

Hi Lisa, thanks for sharing.  As a new investor I can use all the help I can get.

Oct 16, 2011 11:10 PM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Good morning Lucien,

Thank you for stopping and commenting.  I have found this a very useful tool with reviewing applicants.  Have a wonderful week!

Oct 17, 2011 01:34 AM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Good morning Emilia,

Thank you - have a wonderful week!

Oct 17, 2011 01:34 AM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Good morning Bob,

Best wishes on your investing...I know you will like the SmartMove program.  Have a great week!

Oct 17, 2011 01:37 AM
Joy Carter & Jeff Booker Brother and Sister Team
Keller Williams Parkland/Coral Springs Realty-GreatFloridaHomes Team - Coral Springs, FL
Trust Your Family's Move To Our Expertise!

Although I am not a Texas Realtor I found it very valuable.  It is a very interesting service.  I shared it with a couple of my clients that are Landlords.

I belong to a service where I get the same information, but not as reasonable as this in MySmartMove.

I'll be moving my business.  Thanks! Joy

Oct 17, 2011 03:11 AM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Good morning Joy and Jeff,

As I think you have discovered, this product is not just for Texas...and we are so happy that our State Association of Realtors advanced it.  Good luck, and have a great week!

Oct 17, 2011 04:46 AM
Dale Shin
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Los Angeles, CA
Broker Associate

Wow! What a great solution!  As a property manager and one who rents out my own condo, this is a great solution to those who only need to get credits reports maybe a few times a year or every other year.

Oct 17, 2011 07:39 PM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Good morning Dale,

I agree - SmartMove fits well for small, medium and large companies/investors needs.  Thank you for stopping and commenting, have a wonderful week!

Oct 18, 2011 12:06 AM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Hello Chris,

Sorry - I had missed your comment on this post - thanks for sharing the additional information.  So many tools, so little time!

Mar 22, 2012 09:56 PM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Hello Justin,

I had not heard of your firm, it sounds as if you incorporate SmartMove with a package of services for landlords?  That could provide "one-stop shopping" for landlords who want to remove themselves from the whole process.

Thanks for sharing, have a great weekend.

Mar 22, 2012 09:58 PM
Sylvie Stuart
Realty One Group Mountain Desert 928-600-2765 - Flagstaff, AZ
Home Buying, Home Selling and Investment - Flagsta

It's always good to have extra resources as a property manager and landlord, thanks for the resource!

Apr 12, 2012 10:24 PM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Good morning Sylvie,

Every useful "tool" helps - this is a great one!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Apr 12, 2012 11:33 PM
Elisa Uribe Realtor #01427070
Golden Gate Sotheby's International - Berkeley, CA
Opening the Doors to California Homes -East Bay

We have been using Rent Juice. They also have online applications and credit checks. Very cool.

Oct 04, 2012 07:11 AM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Hello Elisa,

I have not used them, but services like Smart Move and Rent Juice that provide everything online are fabulous products for landlords!

Oct 04, 2012 07:15 AM
Wayne B. Pruner
Oregon First - Tigard, OR
Tigard Oregon Homes for Sale, Realtor, GRI

Good info. As a Landlord, you need to screen, screen, screen your Tenants. Even then you may still get a bad apple.

Oct 12, 2012 12:54 AM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Good morning Tigard,

Very true - screen, screen, screen - saves a lot of headaches and problems down the road!

Oct 12, 2012 01:41 AM